Delete a Record
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In the
Micro Focus Data File Tools window, ensure you have the required data file open.
If you are in Shared mode, click
(Switch to Exclusive Mode).
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In the left-hand pane, right-click the required record, then click
Delete Record.
Tip: You can select multiple records to delete at once using one of the following selection methods[3]:
- To select a range of records, click on the first record you need, then hold the SHIFT key and click on the last record you need.
- To select multiple non-consecutive records, hold the
CTRL key while you click on required records.
You can also use a combination of these two methods to select multiple records.
- To select all records in the current page, press CTRL + A.
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If you are not using a temporary file for your edits, you are prompted to confirm the deletion from the file: click
Yes to confirm. If you are using a temporary file for your edits (indicated by
[TEMP] displayed in the file lock indicator), the record is removed, and you must click
(Save all changes to file) after all your edits are made to confirm deletion.
Note: If you delete a record in error whilst using a temporary file, click
(Revert all changes) to restore the deleted records.
Tip: You can also delete records by cutting them using the Cut option on the Edit menu, or pressing Ctrl+X.