Search for a Variable

A function for finding variables in *.mat files.

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This function solves the problem of lost variables, that is, variables that you do not remember which mat file they are in. This is done by searching a directory of mat files for a variable name.

Cite As

Elad Yom-Tov (2026). Search for a Variable (https://www.mathworks.com/matlabcentral/fileexchange/5617-search-for-a-variable), MATLAB Central File Exchange. Retrieved .

General Information

MATLAB Release Compatibility

  • Compatible with any release

Platform Compatibility

  • Windows
  • macOS
  • Linux
Version Published Release Notes Action
1.0.0.0