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Using a Word Processor

To create standard letters using a word processor, you need to extract the data you want to include in the letters from the Oracle HRMS database. To do this, you create a program, such as a SQL*Plus script, to extract the data, which is then stored in a Data file. You also write skeleton standard letters using your word processor.

Each time you run your SQL*Plus script, it extracts data to the Data file. You then use the mail merge features of your word processor to merge this data with the skeleton standard letters you previously prepared. This merging process creates the actual letters that you send out to students and applicants.

An overview of creating standard letters using a word processor is illustrated in Figure 1 - 42.

See Also

Which Word Processor

Flowchart for Setting Up Standard Letters Using MultiMate or WordPerfect

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