Chop

Filter:

CHOP

Syntax:

CHOP /integer/

Operands:

integer :: a number within the range 0 < N <= last column

Functional Description:

Use this stage to truncate records selectively. CHOP reads records from its primary input stream, truncates them at the column specified, and writes the truncated records to its primary output stream if it is connected. If its secondary output stream is connected, CHOP writes the truncated portion of each record to its secondary output stream.SYNONYMS:

Secondary Input/Output:

OUTPUT

Synonyms:

TRUNCATE

Usage Notes:


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