runoff Command (Runoff Processor)

The runoff command invokes the output function of the Runoff processor.

Syntax

runoff file.reference itemlist* {(options)}

Parameter(s)

file.reference

File that contains the items specified in itemlist.

itemlist*

Chains items to other items within the same item list.

options

c

Suppresses the .chain and .read commands.

i

Outputs the name of the next item-ID to be output.

j

Suppresses highlights.

n

Prevents pausing at page breaks when outputting to the terminal.

number

Sets the number of times boldface or underscore characters are printed.

p

Directs output to system printer, via the Spooler.

s

Suppresses boldface, underline, fonts, and default headings.

u

Forces all output to uppercase.

Example(s)

runoff doc chainletter (c

 

runoff doc

 

runoff doc termination.notice (ps

See Also

.crt Command

.lptr Command

runoff Command

Runoff Processor