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* The literal or variable [[STRING]] {{Parameter|externalCommand$}} parameter can be any external command or call to another program. | * The literal or variable [[STRING]] {{Parameter|externalCommand$}} parameter can be any external command or call to another program. | ||
Latest revision as of 02:23, 24 January 2023
The _SHELLHIDE function hides the console window and returns any INTEGER code sent when a program exits.
Syntax
- returnCode% = _SHELLHIDE(externalCommand$)
Parameters
- The literal or variable STRING externalCommand$ parameter can be any external command or call to another program.
Description
- A QB64 program can return codes specified after END or SYSTEM calls.
- The returnCode% is usually 0 when the external program ends with no errors.
Examples
Example: Shelling to another QB64 program will return the exit code when one is set in the program that is run.
returncode% = _SHELLHIDE("DesktopSize") 'replace call with your program EXE PRINT returncode% END |
- Explanation: To set a program exit code use an INTEGER parameter value after END or SYSTEM in the called program.
See also