ml> i've just created a fairly simple (for most) REXX program to scan for
 ml> outbound mail on my system. what i would like to do is to place an
 ml> icon indicator on the desktop when it actually falls into the routine
 ml> that scans the outbound mail and then to remove that icon from the
 ml> desktop when the scan is over. i'd also like to place the icon at a
 ml> specific location on the desktop if possible.

hl> At installation time, create a hidden object on the desktop:

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hl> At runtime, unhide it:

thank you! i think that will come in handy... yes, most definitely...
-=B-)

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