End Statements
Functions end with either an end statement, the end of the file, or the definition line for a local
function, whichever comes first. The end statement is required if:
• Any function in the file contains a nested function (a function completely contained within its
parent).
• The function is a local function within a function file, and any local function in the file uses the end
keyword.
• The function is a local function within a script file.
Although it is sometimes optional, use end for better code readability.
See Also
function
More About
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“Files and Folders that MATLAB Accesses”
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“Base and Function Workspaces” on page 20-9
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“Types of Functions” on page 20-17
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“Add Functions to Scripts” on page 18-12
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