FUNCTIONUnder review

Asc

Asc( <cCaractere> )

Converts a character to its numeric ASCII code.

StringsASCIIConversion

01 · OVERVIEW

Overview

Converts a character to its numeric ASCII code. This page was created from the historical training material and structured for quick reference, with practical notes and cautious use in current Protheus environments.

02 · SYNTAX

Syntax

Asc( <cCaractere> )

Parameters

cCaractere

CharacterRequired

Parameter used by the function. Check the Portuguese source page for the detailed original wording while this entry remains under review.

03 · PRACTICAL EXAMPLE

Character code

User Function ExAsc()
    Local nCode := Asc("A")

    MsgInfo("ASCII code: " + CValToChar(nCode))
Return

Expected result

Returns the numeric code for character A.

BEST PRACTICES

Para o caminho inverso, use Chr().
Documente a intenção quando usar códigos numéricos, pois a leitura do fonte fica menos intuitiva.

COMMON PITFALLS

This entry is under review because it was structured from historical training material.
Confirm behavior in the Protheus/AppServer release used in your environment.

Asc

Overview

Syntax

Parameters

Character code

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