Using the DTI Function Reference
For each function, the following information is provided:
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Brief description—provides a short description of the function.
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Syntax—shows the C prototype syntax for the function.
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Arguments—provides detailed descriptions of the function arguments, and indicates which values are modified by the function. Parameters marked “in” are input-only, not modified by the function. Parameters marked “out” contain values modified by the function. Parameters marked “in/out” contain values that are both used by the function as input and modified by the function.
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Return Values—lists the possible return values and their meanings.
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Remarks—provides additional explanation about a function’s parameters, effects, or usage.
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Example—provides a sample code segment showing the function’s use.
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See Also—lists related functions and topics.