matlab.io.fits.getVersion

Get revision number of CFITSIO library

Syntax

V = matlab.io.fits.getVersion


Description

V = matlab.io.fits.getVersion returns the revision number of the CFITSIO library.

Examples

Determine CFITSIO Library Revision Number

import matlab.io.*
V = fits.getVersion

V = 
4.0500

Tips

• This function corresponds to the fits_get_version (ffvers) function in the CFITSIO library C API.

• To use this function, you must be familiar with the CFITSIO C interface. You can access the CFITSIO documentation at the CFITSIO website.

Extended Capabilities

Thread-Based Environment

Run code in the background using MATLAB® backgroundPool or accelerate code with Parallel Computing Toolbox™ ThreadPool. (since R2026a)

The matlab.io.fits.getVersion function fully supports thread-based environments. For more information, see Run MATLAB Functions in Thread-Based Environment.

Version History

R2026a: Use function in thread-based environments

You can use this function in thread-based environments.