NAME

set_term - switch between screens

SYNOPSIS

#include <curses.h>

SCREEN *set_term(SCREEN *new);

DESCRIPTION

The set_term() function switches between different screens. The new argument specifies the new current screen.

RETURN VALUE

Upon successful completion, set_term() returns a pointer to the previous screen. Otherwise, it returns a null pointer.

ERRORS

No errors are defined.

APPLICATION USAGE

This is the only function that manipulates SCREEN pointers; all other functions affect only the current screen.

SEE ALSO

Screens, Windows and Terminals , initscr(), <curses.h>.