FT_DBFHAND()
Obtain the handle associated with an open .DBF file.
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────

Syntax

FT_DBFHand() -> nHandle

Arguments

None

Returns

The file handle, or zero if no .DBF is open in the specified
work area.

Description

For your own twisted reasons you may need make direct use of the
file handle associated with a database. This function gives you
that capability, but use it with care and don't blame me if you
botch something up.

By default this function works on the current work area, but can be
made to work on any work area through the use of the standard Clipper
alias operator.

Be aware that this function makes use of Clipper's internal work
area information which is subject to change in future versions of
Clipper. If this makes you uncomfortable then don't use this function,
you cowardly slug.

This function is written to adhere to Turbo Assembler's IDEAL mode.
To use another assembler, rearrange the SEGMENT and PROC directives
and make any other necessary changes to the source code.

Examples

QOut( FT_DBFHand() )

// Try a non-current work area

nHandle := THISFILE->( FT_DBFHand() )

// This will return zero if no database is open in work area 133

select 133
QOut( FT_DBFHand() )


Source: DBFHANDL.ASM

Author: Ted Means