Ins Mode Key - IBM 3270 Operator's Manual

72
Operator Console Keyboard
PA1 Key
PA 1 is a Program Access key, and it performs the function that
its name implies. It provides a means of signaling the program or
getting access to it. The program that is operating in the
computer at the time this key is pressed determines how it will
be
used. To determine its exact function, refer to the appropriate
Program User's Guide.
The purpose of Insert Mode is to allow you to insert a character,
or characters, into the middle of a field without disturbing the
information already displayed there. Pressing the I NS MODE key
places the keyboard in the Insert Mode of operation. The
INSERT MODE indicator turns on to remind you that your
keyboard is in I nsert Mode.
All of the keyboard control keys perform normally when in
Insert Mode. You will notice, however, that the 3270 display
station performs a unique operation when any of the alphameric
keys are pressed in I nsert Mode. The following example explains
this operation.
A quick glance at your screen tells you that the reply you
keyed is missing the word TO.
Figure 31. Use the INS MODE key to insert missing information.
It should read:
REPLY 07, 'ANSWER TO WTOR MESSAGE 8'