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How do you use File-aid?

by Rhyley Bryan

How do you use File-aid?

Steps:

  1. Type a value of 12 in the Number of records to select field. The value you specify in this field sets the limit for the total number of records that File-AID selects from the dataset.
  2. Type FMT in the COMMAND field. The FMT primary command invokes the Formatted Selection Criteria screen.
  3. Press .

How do I create an XREF dataset in file-aid?

Creating an XREF is really easy.

  1. Take option 7 (labeled XREF) from the primary menu of File-AID.
  2. Enter the dataset name of your XREF library and a member name for the XREF you want to create.
  3. On the same screen, enter the name of your record layout dataset (usually a copybook library).

How do I compare files in file-aid?

Steps:

  1. Type an N in the Sync key specification field.
  2. Type a Y in the Files sorted on sync key field.
  3. Type an F in the Compare criteria option field.
  4. Type ALL in the Records to compare field.
  5. Type ALL in the Differences to compare field.
  6. Press .

What is XREF in file-aid?

XREF is a function in file-aid which creates and maintains existing file-aid record layout cross references. These XREF’s are used to match record layouts to data records in file-aid functions that use formatting.

How to browse a file in file aid?

Press F3 two times to go back FILEAID Mainmenu. We have completed the XREF setup. Now we browse the file using OPTION 1. Type 1 and press Enter. Following screen will be displayed. Browse Mode ===> “F” for fixed format dataset. ‘BX5216.UMA.DM111111.INPUT’ is the input data set which conatains data.

How is file aid used in the mainframe?

Fileaid is a very useful tool in the mainframes, it can be used to browse (PS, VSAM), EDIT the files basically. Fileaid makes it easy to browse/edit by providing the number of user friendly options.

How to change default setting in file aid?

We will see some of the important options in File-AID with examples. Start the product using the instructions provided by your site administrator. Following screen will be dislayed – FILEAID Mainmenu. OPTION 0 – This is used to change default File-AID setting value. OPTION 1 and OPTION 2 – For both options same screens will be displayed.

What are the two types of file aid?

File aid is having two types one which is used for File operations and second one is used for DB2 (file aid for DB2).