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Just use an option on the CPYF command called NBRRCDS. This option will allow copying of a specified number of records. This is great for testing a new process or program using actual data. >> CLICK here for the full tip: http://www.search400.com/tip/1,289483,sid3_gci888228,00.html ============================================================== Answers to Other Programmer Questions ============================================================== Overlooked features of the Copy File Command The copy file command on the iSeries is an often-used and very powerful command. Many people use this command, but few exploit its full potential. Site expert Tim Granatir reveals a few traits you may not be aware of. http://search400.techtarget.com/tip/1,289483,sid3_gci514818,00.html Faster CPYF file command Search400.com member Richard McDermott says when doing a CPYF command, you can speed up the copy of a keyed file by changing one parameter. Click over and find out what that parameter is. http://search400.techtarget.com/tip/1,289483,sid3_gci754334,00.html Hey! You've got your test file in my production library Site expert Tim Granatir provides three utilities to eliminate problems when you have a test system and production system on the same box. http://search400.techtarget.com/tip/1,289483,sid3_gci858379,00.html Take command of your commands User-defined commands are one of the most under utilized objects in OS/400. The way they are defined, created and used is often misunderstood, so programmers stay away from them. Once they're mastered, however, they become a great tool to have in your toolbox. 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