Quick Start

If you are anxious to get started and to see how easy it is to perform tasks using SAS/ASSIST software, follow the steps below to produce a simple listing report. If you prefer a slower pace with more explanation, skip this section and go on to Familiarizing Yourself with SAS and SAS/ASSIST Software.

1. Log on to your operating environment and invoke SAS. See the SAS Support Consultant at your site if you need assistance logging on or invoking SAS.

2. Invoke SAS/ASSIST software as follows: From any SAS window, follow this selection path:Solutions  ASSIST

3. If you have not previously invoked SAS/ASSIST software, the SAS/ASSIST Welcome Screen appears. Select Continue, then select Continue from the list of data sources that appears. The Start Menu appears.

4. From the Start Menu, select Continue; the WorkPlace menu appears.

5. If you have not already done so, you will need to create the sample tables. Refer to Creating the Sample Tables for instructions on creating the sample tables.

6. From the SAS/ASSIST WorkPlace menu, follow this selection path:Tasks  Report Writing  ListingThe List a Table window appears.

7. Select Table. The Select table window appears with a list of available SAS data libraries and tables.

8. Select SASUSER from the list of libraries. Then select the HOUSES table from the list of tables.

9. Select OK. The List a Table window reappears.

   List a Table Window

   

10. From the List a Table window, follow this selection path: Run  SubmitThe table appears in the Output window. Use the scroll bars to view other parts of the table.

    Listing of HOUSES Table

    

11. When you are finished looking at the table listing, return to the List a Table window by using one of the following methods, depending on your operating environment:

    • Use the PREVWIND function key.

    • Click on the SAS/ASSIST window.

    • Select SAS/ASSIST on the SAS task bar.

12. Follow this selection path from the List a Table window to return to the WorkPlace menu: File  CloseThe WorkPlace menu reappears.

For more details on report writing, see Report Writing.

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