system.dataset.clearDataset
This function is used in Python Scripting.
Description
Takes a dataset and returns a new dataset with all of the same column names, but all of the rows deleted.
Client Permission Restrictions
This scripting function has no Client Permission restrictions.
Syntax
system.dataset.clearDataset(dataset)
Parameters
| Type | Parameter | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Dataset | dataset | The starting dataset. If NULL, a NULL dataset will be returned. |
Returns
Dataset - A new dataset that is a combination of the original two datasets.
Scope
All
Code Examples
Example 1
# This example pulls in the dataset from a Table component, clears it, then writes the empty dataset back to the table.
data = event.source.parent.getComponent('Table').data
event.source.parent.getComponent('Table').data = system.dataset.clearDataset(data)