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windows

the windows

Value returned: a return-separated list of the names of all the windows (including built-in palettes) in front-to-back order

If the longWindowTitles is true, the windows returns full path names for windows that contain stacks.

Examples

if "Home" & return is in the windows
then show window "Home" -- already open, just activate it
else go stack "Home"

Demo Script

on whatWindows
answer "The windows are:" & return & return & the windows
end whatWindows

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