Generates free pathname for a file
Version 1.1.0.0 (2.05 KB) by
Alexandre
Generates pathname to a non-existing file so you can save data without overwriting an existing file.
Usage : filename = genfilename(fname)
This simple code will generate a 'free' pathname based on your suggestion (fname), to make sure you can save your data to a file without overwriting to an existing one.
Simple options allow you to use a certain number of digits or start numbering at a defined number.
Cite As
Alexandre (2024). Generates free pathname for a file (https://www.mathworks.com/matlabcentral/fileexchange/38442-generates-free-pathname-for-a-file), MATLAB Central File Exchange. Retrieved .
MATLAB Release Compatibility
Created with
R2011a
Compatible with any release
Platform Compatibility
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