abort-string-tracing ("ast")

See this command in the command table.

To access this command:

  • Structure ribbon >> Design >> Tools >> Abort Trace

  • Edit ribbon >> Tools >> More >> Abort Trace

  • Using the command line, enter "abort-string-tracing"

  • Use the quick key combination "ast".

  • Display the Find Command screen, locate abort-string-tracing and click Run.

Command Overview

Delete the string currently being digitized and exits string tracing mode (only available in the legacy Design window).

This command is only effective in string tracing mode, activated by the string-trace command. This command is effectively the same as clicking Cancel in that command.

Command Steps:

  1. Run the command whilst in string tracing mode (Cancel button is shown).

  2. The trace will be deleted and the tracing operation halted.