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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