Dismiss Command

Syntax

dismiss [with <return_value>] Applies to global

Description

The dismiss command dismisses a popup window that has been displayed using the popup command. One dismiss command is required for each popup command issued. The dismiss command can carry a single parameter, which returns a value in it to the handler from which popup was issued. The dismiss command has no effect on a window not created with the popup command.

Notes

The dismiss command cannot be used within an openCard handler.

Examples

The following button handler could be added to an OK button on a card that serves as a dialog box. When clicked, the button dismisses the dialog box, returning a value it obtains from a text field (where the user might have typed text in response to a prompt, such as "Enter a new name for this card:"). on mouseUp dismiss with field "Response"