.MEX File Extension

MATLAB Executable File

MEX files are Macro Express files. They are data files developed by Insight Software Solutions. The macros created using Macro Express application are called MEX files. MEX files are used as Macro Exp...

General Information

Title MEX File Extension
Extension .mex
Full Form MATLAB Executable File
File Type Executable File
Developer MathWorks
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Compiled functions
Additional Functions Execution within MATLAB
Features High performance, Native code

File Characteristics

Quality High performance
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No

Use Cases

Mathematical Computing Yes
Data Analysis Yes
Algorithm Development Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Code execution
Best Practices Source validation, Secure coding

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1984
Latest Version Depends on MATLAB version

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .mat, .fig, .m

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
MATLAB Licensed Windows, Mac, Linux