Using Mathematical Expressions for Numeric Input
Mathematical expressions can now be used in numeric input text boxes.
Basic | Standard | Professional |
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O | O | O |
Usage
In numeric input text boxes of any control window, simple mathematical expressions, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, sin(), cos() and pi, can be entered directly without the need to calculate the value first.
Pressing the Enter or Tab key after entering the mathematical expression will calculate the value.
Preferences Setting
To disable mathematical expressions in numeric input, deselect the option Use Mathematical Expressions in Numeric Input Text Boxes on the General tab of the Preferences dialog box.