File Extension Length

Definition

Specifies the maximum width of the file extension; valid only for Fixed list line format.

Required Values

Enter one of the following:

• An Integer

  • Positive Lengths: Imply that the file extension is right-justified within the maximum field width and therefore leading-blanks are discarded.

  • Negative Lengths: Imply that the file extension is left-justified and trailing-blanks are discarded (the absolute length is used).

  • Value of Zero (0): Always for the Blank Delimited list line format.