Matlab can't recognize my functions

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The discussion centers on a user experiencing issues with Matlab not recognizing functions defined in separate files. The user is attempting to run a program from a flash drive but encounters an "undefined input argument" error. The problem arises after receiving the code via email, which worked for the original author. The consensus is that sharing the relevant code and error messages is essential for troubleshooting.

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I am new to Matlab and have been having problems running a program that has functions defined in separate files and calls them. I am putting everything onto my flash drive and setting the directory to that, but it gives me an error saying that the input argument in the first function called is undefined. It worked for my friend who wrote the program but not for me after receiving it via email. Any suggestions?
 
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