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IBM Overlay Generation Language (OGL)

   
     
 
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Features and benefits
Feature Benefits
Batch-command language. Create electronic forms to replace preprinted forms for IBM eserver zSeries applications using batch command language designed for non-programmers
Broad formatting capabilities. Achieve superior flexibility with these OGL capabilities:
  • Dimension of the overlay and selection of square or rounded edges
  • Print direction (landscape or portrait)
  • Print direction of individual text lines and fields within the form
  • Location and spacing of individual text lines and fields
  • Font selection for individual lines and field
  • Colors and shading
  • Inclusion of images, such as a company logo or signature
  • Generation of graphical shapes
Cost efficient Replace preprinted forms with electronic forms, then automatically merge the forms with printed output from applications. This approach allows you to print on plain paper and save costs associated with ordering, stocking, inventory and obsolescence of preprinted forms
Complementary with Page Printer Formatting Aid (PPFA) Use PPFA with OGL and you can convert line data into effective electronic documents with no change to the application program, to save significant programming cost and time


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