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abs( number )
Returns the absolute value(s) of the specified number(s).
ParametersCopy link to clipboard
| Keyword | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
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Decimal Array |
A number or array of numbers, the absolute value(s) of which will be returned. |
ReturnsCopy link to clipboard
Decimal
Usage considerationsCopy link to clipboard
If the number values are integers, the function will return an integer.
ExamplesCopy link to clipboard
Single numberCopy link to clipboard
1
abs(-2.0)
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Returns 2.
List of numbersCopy link to clipboard
1
abs({-1, -2.3, -6.78})
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Returns {1, 2.3, 6.78}. If the number is a list of numbers, then the function returns a list of absolute values.
Feature compatibilityCopy link to clipboard
The table below lists this function's compatibility with various features in Appian.
| Feature | Compatibility | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Portals | Compatible | |
| Offline Mobile | Compatible | |
| Sync-Time Custom Record Fields | Compatible | Can be used to create a custom record field that only evaluates at sync time. |
| Real-Time Custom Record Fields | Incompatible | Custom record fields that evaluate in real time must be configured using one or more Custom Field functions. |
| Process Reports | Compatible | |
| Process Events | Compatible |
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