Using the command line

You never need to use the command line to issue the commands used by the operations and control panels because they are available from function keys, as described above. The command line is provided to allow you to enter normal ISPF commands (like PFSHOW).

The command line is initially displayed at the bottom of the panels, regardless of what ISPF settings you have. If you prefer it to be at the top, use the SETTINGS ISPF command from any of the operations and control panels to change it. The settings are remembered for subsequent sessions with the operations and control panels.