The gfe configuration file defines the configuration of the Graphical Forecast Editor. The configuration is defined by assigning values, in the gfe configuration file, to a variety of display environment variables. These environment variables define the graphic display colors of the GFE, initial settings and values of GFE tools, as well as many other aspects of the display.
The gfe configuration file is used by both the GFE and the ifpIMAGE program. Normally the ifpIMAGE will have its own configuration file that inherits from the gfe configuration and, in some cases, has its own display options. Note that single quotes (' ') and double quotes (" ") are used interchangeably throughout the examples given of the display environment variables.
This information is provided for you to help you understand the format of the gfe configuration file. You should NEVER change the original gfeConfig.GFECONFIG in the BASE directory since your changes will be overwritten with the next upgrade. See the gfe configuration overview for information on how to make changes that are supported for the gfe.
All gfe configuration files should be created and modified using the GFE. See modifying gfe configuration files for further information on how to modify the files.