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Creating a procedure in Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) is a great way to automate repetitive tasks and make your code more organized and readable. A procedure is a block of code that performs a specific task and can be executed by calling its name. There are two main types of procedures in VBA: Sub procedures and Function procedures.
Sub procedures are used to perform actions, such as displaying a message or updating a worksheet, without returning a value. To create a Sub procedure, you use the Sub keyword, followed by the name of the procedure, and then the code that makes up the procedure between the Sub and End Sub statements. Sub procedures can take parameters, which are values that are passed to the procedure when it is called.
Function procedures are similar to Sub procedures, but they return a value. To create a Function procedure, you use the Function keyword, followed by the name of the procedure, and then the code that makes up the procedure between the Function and End Function statements. Function procedures also take parameters, and they return a value using the Return statement.
When creating procedures, it is important to use descriptive names that clearly indicate what the procedure does. You should also use comments to document your code and make it easier to understand and maintain. Additionally, you should avoid using global variables, which are variables that are declared outside of the procedure, whenever possible.
In conclusion, creating procedures in VBA is a great way to automate repetitive tasks and make your code more organized and readable. By using descriptive names and comments, and avoiding global variables, you can ensure that your procedures are easy to understand and maintain. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced VBA user, understanding how to create procedures will be a valuable addition to your VBA toolkit.
VBA for Beginners – Chapter 28 : Creating a procedure
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