Programmer's WorkBench (pwb.hlp) (Table of Contents; Topic list)
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Meta Function
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     Meta («meta»)
 
     Modifies the action of the function it prefixes.
 
     When the Meta state is turned on, the letter 'A' (for 'Alternate')
     appears in the status bar.
 
     You can use the Meta and Arg function prefixes in any order.
 
     Returns
 
     True:  Meta state turned on.
     False: Meta state turned off.
 
     See
 
     Arg, Lasttext, Lastselect
     ◄Status Bar►
     ◄Text Argument Dialog Box►
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