Map delete
Any existing map definition can be deleted from the library using this function. The only required input is the name of the map definition. Although these definitions do not occupy much space in the library, clearing the library periodically of unwanted map definitions saves possible confusion at a later date.
To run this function: Choose Plotting > Map > Delete, or...
Map Name
Enter the name of the maps to be deleted. The maps to be deleted may be chosen from a list by selecting the browser. Wild card characters may also be used to define the maps which are to be deleted.
Valid wildcard characters are:
- ?, match any single character
- *, match any string of zero or more characters
- [..], match any single character from the enclosed set. For example [a-z] would match any character in the inclusive range 'a' to 'z'. If the first character after the initial bracket is the exclamation '!', then the effect of the range is negated. For example [!m-n] would match all characters other than `m' and `n'.
The wildcard characters may be combined in any combination (provided it makes sense) to define some very flexible selection criteria.
Some examples are described in the table below.
Complete the DELETE EXISTING MAP DEFINITIONS form and choose Apply to display the CONFIRM DELETION OF MAPS/ENTITIES form.
Deleting maps and entities from the library is irreversible. This form is displayed to give you the opportunity to reverse your decision before committing to the delete operation. If you are unsure of the maps which match the wildcard specifications you might like to try the wildcard specifications with the MAP Unload or MAP Report functions first as these will not alter the contents of the plotting library.
Choose Apply to delete all maps which match the wildcard specifications. Choose Cancel to return to the DELETE AN EXISTING MAP form to alter the list of maps to be deleted.
All maps which match the wildcard specifications are deleted from the plot library.