International system values: Graphic character set/Code page

Sets graphic character set and code page for the system. (QCHRID)

Graphic character set/Code page, also known as QCHRID, is a member of the international category of i5/OS™ system values. You can use this system value to specify the graphic character set and code page for the system. To learn more, keep reading.

Quick reference
Location In iSeries™ Navigator, select your system, > Configuration and Service > System Values > International > Language/Characters
Special authority None
Default value Varies for different countries/regions
Changes take effect Immediately for display files, display device descriptions, and printer files that are created, changed, or overridden after the change.
Lockable No

What can I do with this system value?

You may specify the default graphic character set and code page. This system value specifies the character set and code page used when CHRID(*SYSVAL) is specified for the CL commands that create, change, or override display files, display device descriptions, and printer files.

This system value may be changed automatically when the Coded character set ID is changed. It is recommended that you change the Coded character set ID system value instead of this system value.

Where can I get more information about this system value?

To learn more, go to the international 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.

Related concepts
System values: International overview
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