Update Fields

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Update Fields

Concept

Procedure

Quick Reference

To update fields automatically

1. On the command line, enter fieldeval.
2. Enter a bitcode that is the sum of any of the following values:
   • 0: Not updated
   • 1: Updated on open
   • 2: Updated on save
   • 4: Updated on plot
   • 8: Updated on use of ETRANSMIT
   • 16: Updated on regeneration

   For example, to update fields only when the file is opened, saved, or plotted, enter 7.