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Type

Type( <cVariavel> )

Checks the type of a variable informed by name as text.

Data typesVariablesValidation
01 · OVERVIEW

Overview

Checks the type of a variable informed by name as text. 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

Type( <cVariavel> )

Parameters

cVariavel
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

Checking by name

User Function ExType()
    Private cName := "Customer"

    MsgInfo("Type: " + Type("cName"))
Return
Expected result

The function checks the type associated with the textual name cName.

BEST PRACTICES
  • Use ValType() quando a variável já está disponível no escopo da função.
  • Documente o motivo de usar avaliação textual.
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.

Related content

REFERENCES
  1. Programação em ADVPL Completo. Training material recorded in the official documentation, section 4.5.4, p. 45-50. Summarized, reviewed and examples adapted.
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