VIP
edge
Actions
VIPedge UG 12/12
TOSHIBA
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Send DDE Msg
This action sends a DDE Execute message to another program on the PC.
Frequently this is used to “Screen Pop” a contact management program, such as
Goldmine.
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App Name Topic – The application will specify both the application name and
topic name used for making the communication link. Follow the application
note or that application’s documentation for specifics.
Note:
The pipe character ‘|’ must separate the application name and topic
name.
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DDE Message – Follow the application note or the application’s
documentation to define the message to be sent for that application. The
format and syntax is defined by that application.
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Run Program and Program EXE – If the target program is NOT found to be
running, you can have the action attempt to automatically start the program.