CHART

This command is used to maximize or restore the chart for the current row of the template.

Syntax

CHART number

Valid options for the number parameter are:

number

Explanation

any integer > 0

Maximizes the current chart for the designated number of seconds (number) and then returns the chart to its original size.

-1

Maximizes the current chart.

The chart remains maximized until one of the following occurs:

•   The formula  CHART -2  is encountered.

•   The template logic moves to a cell on another row of the template.

-2

Restores the current chart to its original size.

Return value

This command returns the number 0.

Notes

Caution:  Do not use the CHART command and the SAVEROW or SAVEALL command in the same cell. Doing so could provide unexpected results.

Instead, the cell that contains a SAVEROW or SAVEALL command may be followed by a cell containing the CHART command.

When using a template to access external data from the SPC Charts and Reports module, this command will be ignored.

See also: SAVECHT

Example

CHART 30

This formula maximizes the current chart for 30 seconds and then returns the chart to its original size.