How to Create a Matrix, Vector, and Cell Array in MATLAB
How to Create a Matrix, Vector, and Cell Array in MATLAB This article covers how to create matrices, vectors, and cell arrays with the programming software MATLAB. Since MATLAB is a program offering endless possibilities, being able to understand the basics will lead to the ability to write more complex codes later on. No previous knowledge of MATLAB is required for these instructions. Part 1 Edit Creating Matrices 1 Create a matrix. A matrix is a rectangular set of numbers that are arranged in multiple rows and columns. Code a matrix by listing a series numbers separated by spaces or commas per row within the command window. For a new row, a semi colon is placed between the values of the old row and new row. The matrix is finished by surrounding it by brackets. Hit enter when finished to display the matrix. Example: M=[2,3,4,5;6,7,8,9] or M=[2 3 4 5;6 7 8 9] 2 Create a one value matrix. Type commands such as zeros or ones to create a matrix...