OPEN
COLOR BASIC
DISK EXTENDED COLOR BASIC
OPEN “mode” , #buffer , “filename” , record length
Opens a buffer that transfers data to and from a particular device.
If you don't specify the record length the computer uses 256 bytes.
Mode Allows
I Data input from a sequential access file.
O Data output to a sequential access file.
D Data transfer to or from a direct access file.
Buffer Communicates With
-2 The printer.
-1 The tape recorder.
0 The screen or printer. (It is not necessary to open this buffer.)
1-15 The disk drives.
OPEN “D” , #1, “FILE”, 15
OPEN “I”, #2, “CHGE/DAT”
RTS
Return to Tandy Color Computer, Color BASIC, or Disk Extended Color BASIC