System and user defaults system values: Use type-ahead feature

Sets the type-ahead function. You may also select to use the Attention key buffering option. (QKBDBUF)

Use type-ahead feature, also known as QKBDBUF, is a member of the system and user defaults category of i5/OS™ system values. You can use this system value to set the type-ahead function. You may also select to use the Attention key buffering option. To learn more, keep reading.

Quick reference
Location	In iSeries™ Navigator, select your system, > Configuration and Service > System Values > System and user defaults > User
Special authority	All object (ALLOBJ) and security administrator (SECADM)
Default value	Selected - use type-ahead feature
Changes take effect	The next time a user signs on to the system
Lockable	No

What can I do with this system value?

You may specify whether the type-ahead feature (*TYPEHEAD) and the Attention key buffering option should be used. The type-ahead feature allows the system to remember a series of key strokes.

For example, if you regularly press option 2 then have to wait for the next screen before specifying option 4. The type-ahead feature will allow you to type 2 and then 4 immediately without waiting for the next screen. When the next screen opens, the system will remember that 4 was specified.

If the type-ahead option is selected, you may also select to Use Attention key buffering option (*YES or *NO).

Use Attention key buffering option: Specifies whether the Attention key buffering option is turned on or not. If this option is turned on, the system will remember that the Attention key was pressed.

Where can I get more information about this system value?

To learn more, go to the system and user defaults system values overview topic. If you are looking for a specific system value or category of system values, try using the i5/OS system value finder.