This function takes 0 to 10 additional arguments to be substituted for conversion specifiers in the text of the message, similar to printf().

• Default Values

  Specify default values in the call to ProMessageDisplay(), using the separator ||| in the format string in the message file. (See the Creo Parametric TOOLKIT User's Guide section Contents of the Message File for the specific placement of the ||| separator.)

• Message Classifications

  Messages displayed in Creo Parametric include a symbol which identifies the message type. Each message type is identified by a classification which begins with the characters %C. A message classification requires that the message key (line 1 in the message file) be proceeded by the classification code.

  Note:The message key string used in the code should NOT contain the classification.

  Creo Parametric TOOLKIT applications can now display any or all of these message symbols:

  • Prompt--the Creo Parametric message displayed is preceded by a green arrow. The user must respond to this message type (to either input information, accept the default value offered, or cancel the application). Without such action, no progress can be made. The response may be either textual or in the form of a selection. The classification code for Prompt messages is %CP.
  • Info--the Creo Parametric message displayed is preceded by a blue dot. This message type contains information such as user requests or feedback from either Creo Parametric or the Creo Parametric TOOLKIT application. The classification code for Info messages is %CI.

    Note: Do not classify as Info any message which informs users of a problem with an operation or process. Classify these messages as Warnings.

  • Warning--the Creo Parametric message displayed is preceded by a tri- angle containing an exclamation point. Warnings alert the user to situations which may lead to potentially erroneous situations at a later stage, for example, possible process restrictions imposed or a suspected data problem. However, warnings do not prevent or interrupt task completion, nor should they be used to indicate a failed operation. Warnings only caution the user that the operation has been completed, but may not have been performed in a completely desirable way. The classification code for Warning messages is %CW.
  • Error--the Creo Parametric message displayed is preceded by a broken square. This message type informs the user when a required task was not successfully completed. It may or may not require intervention or correction before work can continue, depending on the application. Whenever possible, provide a workaround. The classification code for Error messages is %CE.
  • Critical--the Creo Parametric message displayed is preceded by a red X. This message type informs the user of extremely serious situations, especially those which could cause the loss of user data. Options for redressing the situation (if available) should be provided with the message. The classification code for Critical messages is %CC.