To enter address data for coding in a free-form format, follow these steps:
- From the Lookup Tool, click Postal Code. The Code an Address dialog box displays.
- From the AddrScan tab, enter the address elements.
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Use the following buttons to set AddrScan options.
- Adv — Use Adv to set AddrScan advanced options.
- Rtn — Use Rtn to set AddrScan return line options.
- Ord — Use Ord to set the AddrScan return line order.
- Click Code. Your coded address displays in the Output Label box.
- If your entered address data does not result in a coded address, you may receive a message that coding suggestions are available. For more information on coding suggestions, refer to the discussion on the Suggestion List Dialog Box.
- To view detailed AddrScan return information, click AS Rtn Info. The AddrScan Return Information dialog displays the standard output, label output, and return information.