To configure edit warnings

To turn edit warnings on or off as the default
  1. In Classic Data File Tools, click Options > DataTools.
  2. To configure warnings for the Data File Editor, click the Data File Editor tab.
  3. To turn on the Delete and/or Update warning messages, check the appropriate box(es).
  4. To turn off the Delete and/or Update warning messages, uncheck the appropriate box(es).
  5. Click OK.
Important: Changes take effect the next time you open a data file. Therefore, new settings do not take effect for any currently open files.
To turn off edit warnings for the current editing session
  • When an edit warning prompt appears, check the Switch warning off box before responding to the prompt.
Parent topic: Data File Editor