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Updated 2025-11-10
Intermediate

Alias

Alias

Alternative name for variable providing meaningful description of purpose.

Key Takeaways

  • Alternative name for variable providing meaningful description of purpose.
  • Intermediate-level topic in Data Types & Variables

Detailed Definition

Alternative name for variable providing meaningful description of purpose. This term is essential for understanding data types in industrial automation and PLC programming. It represents a key concept that professionals encounter regularly in their work with control systems and automation projects.

Common Questions

What is Alias?

Alternative name for variable providing meaningful description of purpose.

What are related concepts I should learn?

To fully understand Alias, you should also familiarize yourself with BOOL, INT, and DINT. These concepts work together in industrial automation systems.

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Quick Info

Difficulty
Intermediate
Tier
Advanced

About Data Types & Variables

Data structures, variable types, and memory organization

Total Terms:30
Difficulty:Beginner to Intermediate