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If we use a type-4 model terminal configuration the default screen size is 24 x 80 and the alternate screen size is 43 x 80.

We know that the following ES configuration parameter forces the alternate screen size all the time: ES_TN3270_FORCE_ALT=Y

Is there a way to dynamically switch between 24 x 80 and 43 x 80 in the same 3270 session?

In ESMAC I found that you can specify the 3270 Screen (Default/Alternate see below image) for any given CICS PCT but unfortunately it doesn’t have any effect.

I’m running out of ideas and any help would be greatly appreciated!




#EnterpriseServer

If we use a type-4 model terminal configuration the default screen size is 24 x 80 and the alternate screen size is 43 x 80.

We know that the following ES configuration parameter forces the alternate screen size all the time: ES_TN3270_FORCE_ALT=Y

Is there a way to dynamically switch between 24 x 80 and 43 x 80 in the same 3270 session?

In ESMAC I found that you can specify the 3270 Screen (Default/Alternate see below image) for any given CICS PCT but unfortunately it doesn’t have any effect.

I’m running out of ideas and any help would be greatly appreciated!




#EnterpriseServer

As far as I know, currently switching between the default and alternate screen isn't supported in native Enterprise Server. (It is supported by Enterprise Server for .NET.)

If you need this functionality I would recommend contacting Micro Focus Support to open a support incident.

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