foundLine

Type

function

Summary

Returns a chunk expression describing the line in which text was located by the most recent find command.

Syntax

the foundLine

foundLine()

Description

Use the foundLine function after a find command to determine where the text was found.

The foundLine function is cleared when the text selection moves into the foundField or when the current card is closed. At the same time, the box the find command draws around the found text disappears. If there is no box, the foundLine function returns empty.

To get a chunk expression describing the word or string that was found, use the foundChunk function.

Examples

the foundLine

if value(the foundLine) contains "*" then answer value(the foundLine)

Related

command: find

control structure: function

function: foundField, mouseLine

glossary: current card, command, return, chunk expression

keyword: selection, line

Compatibility and Support

Introduced

LiveCode 1.0

OS

mac

windows

linux

ios

android

Platforms

desktop

server

mobile