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Version: 8.1

system.gui.passwordBox

This function is used in Python Scripting.

Description​

Pops up a special input box that uses a password field, so the text isn't echoed back in clear-text to the user. Returns the text they entered, or None if they canceled the dialog box.

Client Permission Restrictions​

This scripting function has no Client Permission restrictions.

Syntax​

system.gui.passwordBox(message, [title], [echoChar])

Parameters​

TypeParameterDescription
StringmessageThe message for the password prompt. Will accept HTML formatting.
StringtitleA title for the password prompt. [optional]
StringechoCharA custom echo character. Defaults to: * [optional]

Returns​

String - The password that was entered, or None if the prompt was canceled.

Scope​

Vision Client

Code Examples​

Example #1
# This example prompts a user for a password before opening the 'Admin' screen.

password = system.gui.passwordBox("Please enter the password.")
if password == "open sesame":
system.nav.openWindow("Admin")

Keywords​

system gui passwordBox, gui.passwordBox