Windows 10: Functions and Procedures for dyslexics

Hi,
I'm trying to understand Procedures and Functions (Using Oshonsoft BASIC)
Here is the example for Procedures:

Code:

Dim in_only As Byte
Dim inc_me As Byte
Dim add_inc_me_and_in_only As Byte

in_only = 5
inc_me = 10
Call testbyref(in_only, inc_me, add_inc_me_and_in_only)
'after this call
'inc_me = 11
'add_inc_me_and_in_only = 16
End

Proc testbyref(arg1 As Byte, ByRef arg2 As Byte, ByRefOut arg3 As Byte)
arg2 = arg2 + 1
arg3 = arg1 + arg2...

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alt-key functionality

Hi Steven,

Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps:

• Single Click on the file.
• Tap F2 ( Function Key).
• Then type the name and enter.

Hope this answers your query and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.

 

Remote Procedure Call Failed, System Updates

Hi,

To help resolve your concern, we suggest that you follow the steps below:

• Press Windows key + R on your keyboard.
  
• Type services.msc and hit enter.
  
• Look for "Remote Procedure Call" and make sure that the status says "Started".
  
• Right-click on "Remote Procedure Call" and choose Properties.
  
• Under Startup type, select Automatic.
  
• Click Start, Apply, and hit OK.
  
• On the Second "Remote Procedure Call (RPC Locator)", set it to
  Manual.
  
• Restart your computer.

Should you need further assistance, feel free to get back to us.

 

Windows 10, Twinui failed procedure calls and No listing of error in Event Log .

Hi Bruce,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community, we appreciate your interest in Windows 10.

As per the description I understand that you are facing issues with access the photos with error:
The remote procedure call failed after the Windows update, we will help you with this issue.

Do let us know the following to understand the issue and assist you better:

• What is the exact error code/ error message of this issue?
• What is the photos file type you are facing the issue with?
• Which is latest update being installed on your device?

I suggest you to use Windows Photo app to view the photos and check if the issue persists.

As a work around I suggest you to try the following and check if it helps.

Method 1: I suggest you to uninstall the update, restart the device and check if you are able to access the photos.

Steps:

1. Right click on the
Start button and select Programs and Features.

2. Click on View installed updates.

3. Right click on the latest update and then click
Uninstall.

Note: Administrator permission required if you're prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.


As you receive an error: The remote procedure call failed, I suggest you to check the status of Remote Procedure Call locator service.

Method 2: Make sure the Remote Procedure Call status is Started and set to Automatic. RPC Locator should be set to Manual.

Follow the below steps for the same:

• Press Windows + R keys from the keyboard to open
  Run command.
• Type services.msc in the search box and press
  Enter.
• Search for the Remote Procedure Call locator service
• Make sure the Start-up type is Manual.
  

Steps to set the services to Automatic

• Right click on the service,
• If the service is stopped then Start the service
• Select Properties
• And in the Start-up type, select Automatic.

Hope it helps. Reply to the post with an updated status of this issue and required information, we will be happy to help you accordingly.