INKEY$ doesn't work with fixed length strings

[SMcNeill]

Why not just use variable length strings and not have the worry over it?

Fixed length strings are set to a fixed length -- like a "foot long sub".
Variable length strings are set the the length of the contents -- like a "sub" can be 4 inch, 6 inch, or 12 inches.

It just seems odd, to me, to basically be asking for, "Hi.  I'd like to order a four inch, foot-long sub!"

"What?  Would you like the four inch?  Or the foot long?"

"I want the four inch, foot long sub!"

You know, I might just try that the next time I go into my local sub shop.  I'd love to see the expression on their faces!