The following conventions define syntax:
Convention | Meaning |
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Italic text | Denotes a placeholder or variable. You must provide the actual value. For example, the statement SetCursorPos(X, Y) requires you to substitute values for the X and Y parameters. |
Bold text | Denotes a function, structure, macro, interface, method, data type, or other keyword in the programming interface, C, or C++. |
[] | Encloses optional parameters. |
| | Separates an either/or choice. |
... | Specifies that the preceding item may be repeated. |
. . . |
Represents an omitted portion of a sample application. |
In addition, the following typographic conventions are used to help you understand this material:
Convention | Meaning |
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small capitals | Indicates the names of keys, key sequences, and key combinations—for example, alt+spacebar. |
FULL CAPITALS | Indicates most type and structure names, which also are bold, and constants. |
monospace |
Sets off code examples and shows syntax spacing. |