This document provides steps for importing text files into MATLAB: save data in a text file, open the import data window and select the file, select values in the import wizard, finalize the import, and view the imported data in the workspace. It also lists several methods for importing data into MATLAB, including entering it at the command prompt, creating it in an M-file, loading from an ASCII file, using I/O functions, writing a MEX-file, writing a translation program, and finding sample codes and instructions in the MATLAB help menu. The document concludes by inviting the reader to browse additional self-guided tutorials on the website www.dataminingtools.net.

1. Matlab:Importing Data

2. Importing text filesStep1: Save data in a text file.

3. Importing text filesStep2: Open the ‘File -> Import data’ window in MATLAB and select your file.

4. Importing text filesStep2: Open the ‘File -> Import data’ window in MATLAB and select your file.

5. Importing text filesStep3: Select values in the import data wizard

6. Importing text filesStep4: Finalize import.

7. Importing text filesNow look at your workspace, here’s the data we just imported!

8. Importing dataMATLAB provides the following methods of importing data:Enter the data at the MATLAB command prompt.

9. Create data in an M-file.

10. Load data from an ASCII flat file.

11. Read data using MATLAB I/O functions.Write a MEX-file to read the data.

12. Write a program to translate your data.Visit the MATLAB help menu for sample codes and instructions.

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