Mac Hyp: Tips for Using the msmail() Function (62173)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Mail Software Development Kit (SDK) for HyperCard 2.0
  • Microsoft Mail Software Development Kit (SDK) for HyperCard 3.0

This article was previously published under Q62173

SUMMARY

Because msmail() is a HyperTalk function, it always returns a value.

This holds true even in cases when the effect of the msmail() function, rather than the result it returns, is the purpose of the msmail() call. For instance, when using the sendMessage call, the value the msmail() function returns is unimportant; what is important is the effect: mail is sent over the network to the server.

In cases like these, the result of the msmail() function must be redirected; otherwise, HyperCard will put the result into the message box. To keep the message box from appearing, use the HyperCard "get" command, which will absorb the result of the function by putting it into the HyperCard global "it". For example:
   get msmail (sendMessage, myMessage)
				
This information is taken from the "Microsoft Mail HyperCard Interface Documentation."

Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/2/2003
Keywords:KB62173