You use the text-based editor to edit ABAP source code. In this mode, the source code is loaded onto the front end and edited locally. The advantage is that all functions for editing that do not require communication with the back end are performed very quickly.
You can edit the following development objects in the Front-End Editor:
Operating system
You have a 32-bit operating system (Windows NT 4.0, Windows 95 or higher). Other operating systems are not currently supported.
Controls and DLLs
You have the necessary DLL and OCX files installed and registered (performed automatically when you install the SAP GUI).
The text-based editor has the following features: