(PC-1211) Engineering format

[robve]

One of the best uses of the DEF key is to define:

1 " " AREAD A$: GOTO A$

Now, just type CAT DEF-SPC (DEF then SPACE key) to run "CAT". Much quicker than RUN "CAT" or GOTO "CAT". With several MERGEd programs, this can be a handy addition, I think.

The "119 Practical Programs for the TRS-80 Pocket Computer" book suggested something similar, but with INPUT Z$: GOTO Z$ to call routines.

PS. today I got a mint (no signs of use whatsoever) PC-1350 with manual from eBay. The seller has 6 of these that are (almost) unused, he said. He sold 2. The listing is still up.

- Rob