Document level scripting

I have read about document level scripting -
This is a nice feature - since it allows a certain level of generalization rather that writing a scriptlet for each objects events.
I am using Live cycle designer 8.2
How can I create a document level javascript function ? i can't see how to do it .
I am familiar with java scripting and have been scripting for a number of events but i would really like to be able to have a callable function that I pass certain parmeters to for processing.
please indicate how I can do this .
Thanks

You should post this in the LiveCycle Designer forum here, if you haven't already.

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http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c271/mashdown45/screen.jpg
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