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Use matrix front panel controls, indicators, and constants with matrices to group rows or columns of real or complex scalar data for some math operations, such as linear algebra operations.

Complete the following steps to create a matrix control, indicator, or constant.

1. Add one of the following controls to the front panel window:
   • Real matrix
   • Complex matrix
2. (Optional) You can convert the matrix control to a matrix indicator by right-clicking on the control and selecting Change to Indicator from the shortcut menu. Matrix controls and indicators operate like array controls and indicators.

Note  By default, matrix controls and indicators show more than one element and display scrollbars for both dimensions. Because the element type is configured by the matrix control, you can only change the matrix type by replacing the matrix control.

3. (Optional) You also can create a matrix constant. Right-click a matrix control or indicator on the block diagram and select Change to Constant from the shortcut menu.