In Maple, how do I save variables?

To save all variables in your current Maple session to a file, type the following at the Maple prompt:

Replace filename with the name of the file, keeping the .m extension. Also, be sure to use backquotes (`) rather than single quotes ('), which are used to delay evaluation. In some fonts, the two look nearly identical.

To save the value of a specific variable in a .m file, type the following at the Maple prompt:

Replace varname with the name of the variable(s), and replace filename with the name of the file.

You cannot edit a .m file, because it is saved in Maple internal format and is therefore not readable by users. You can, however, save an ASCII file (which can be edited) by saving it without the .m extension. Following are two examples:

You can then read the file by entering at the Maple prompt:

Alternatively, you can edit the file with a text editor. You may need to provide the full path to the file. In Mac OS, use the Paste Pathname choice under the Edit menu.

For more information, at the Maple prompt, enter:

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