Click here for a printable version of this document, available in .pdf format. On-line hints for using help are available while using the HELP program. The HELP command invokes the VMS HELP Facility to display information about a VMS command or topic. Type the name of the command or topic for which you need help.
Many command require or offer the option of supplying a parameter to the command.
The file specification must include a file name and a file type. Most commands provide qualifiers. General Information on HELP files The VMS HELP information originates from a number of sources. The VMS systems at RIT also have hundreds of additional products available to users. HELP files are structured so that additional information can be created and stored in a HELP library.