_PRINTMODE (function)

The _PRINTMODE function returns the current _PRINTMODE status as a numerical value from 1 to 3 in graphic screen modes.

Syntax

currentPrintMode = _PRINTMODE[(imageHandle&)]

Parameters

• If no imageHandle& is given, the current destination SCREEN page or image is assumed.

Description

• Returns a status value from 1 to 3 designating the current mode setting:
  • 1: mode is _KEEPBACKGROUND
  • 2: mode is _ONLYBACKGROUND
  • 3: mode is _FILLBACKGROUND (default)
• The _PRINTMODE statement and function can only be used in graphic screen modes, not SCREEN 0

See Also

• _PRINTMODE
• _LOADFONT
• _NEWIMAGE
• _PRINTSTRING