Frequently asked question

How do I make ArcEdit stop 'beeping' when I save edits?

Last Published: April 25, 2020

Answer

The 'beep' sound given by ArcEdit when the SAVE command is issued can be turned off in Windows XP, with the following comand at a DOS prompt:

Code:
net stop beep

Any beeps issued by ArcInfo workstation are silenced.

To turn the beep service back on, issue the following command:

Code:
net start beep

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Software:
  • Legacy Products

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