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Space

Syntax​

Space               [number]

Parameters​

  • number: An optional integer specifying the number of spaces to insert before the next field is printed. The default is 1. A value of 0 can be used to place fields adjacent to each other.

Description​

Controls the number of spaces between fields in a listing, allowing for custom horizontal alignment.

Remarks​

The default space between fields is one, and zero before the first field. When using Space, automatic column headers may not align properly, so it is recommended to use the NO COLUMN HEADERS command and create a custom header with the MESSAGE command.

Examples​

To add 10 spaces before a field to align it to the right for a packet label:

Field               FIRST_NAME
Space               10
Field               LAST_NAME

To print a first and last name with no space in between:

Field               FIRST_NAME
Space               0
Field               LAST_NAME