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Arithmetic operators and expressions

In order to use arithmetic expressions you must first check the "Use Variables and Arithmetic Expressions in Macro" checkbox on the Macro tab (see Representation of strings and special characters, treatment of operator characters).

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  • Where arithmetic expressions can be used
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