Common Interface Features in SAS/ASSIST Software

SAS/ASSIST Software Structure

SAS/ASSIST software is designed to enable you to locate the part of SAS that you need. The windows that first appear when you perform a task contain only the most important information associated with that task. However, you can also access additional features to perform more sophisticated tasks. This structure enables novice users to complete a task quickly without becoming overwhelmed, while enabling expert users to complete their tasks with greater sophistication.

The following items are consistent throughout SAS/ASSIST software and should help you use the product's interface.

The menu bar is the same for all SAS/ASSIST windows. From any window in SAS/ASSIST software that has a menu bar, you can access any task from the Tasks menu.
Items that are shaded, or "grayed out," are not available for the task you are performing. Note that in some operating environments, unavailable items might be indicated by a different color, for example, yellow.

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