Usage Example - NUANCE OMNIFORM 2 Reference

Functions
Abs (Absolute Value)
This section defines each OmniForm function and shows how to use it
in a calculation. Functions are listed alphabetically. See "Functions —
Quick Reference" on page 9-252 for an overview of each function.
Functions are single words used by OmniForm to represent operations
within a calculation. Functions can use field values, information you
enter, and information from outside sources such as the computer date.
See "Creating a Calculation" on page 9-221 for instructions on creating
calculations. See "Usage Conventions" on page 9-227 for a list of the
conventions used in this chapter.
The format of the values returned in the examples is dependent on:
• The Language selection in the International tab of the Options
dialog box
• The Format selection in the Properties tab of the Object Definition
dialog box for the selected object
The Abs function returns the positive value of a number or numeric
expression.

Usage Example

Abs[num1]
If the field [num1] = -50
Then the calculation Abs[num1] returns 50
In the example below, the Amount Paid field is subtracted from the Bill
Amount field and placed in the Difference field. The absolute value of the
difference appears in the Credit field.
Functions
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