A MATLAB script is a plain text file containing a sequence of MATLAB commands. When run, the script executes those commands in order. Scripts are typically saved with a .m extension.
📂 Creating a Script
Open MATLAB.
Click New Script.
Write your code in the editor window.
Save the file as myscript.m.
📖 Example Script Code
Script output will appear here...
💡 Pro Tip: Variables created in scripts are stored in the base MATLAB workspace, which makes them accessible after the script finishes.
🔧 When to Use a Script
Running a series of commands for data analysis.
Generating plots and saving figures.
Automating repetitive tasks.
Prototyping ideas quickly before turning them into functions.