MATLAB Streamline Symbolic Derivatives with MATLAB's Simplify Operation

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MATLAB users often encounter challenges with symbolic derivatives, particularly with lengthy outputs that lack simplification. While the "simplify" function exists in MATLAB, users report it may not effectively condense expressions as expected. Comparisons with Mathematica reveal that Mathematica performs better in symbolic computations, offering more efficient simplification of expressions. Users considering a switch to Mathematica highlight its superior capabilities for symbolic tasks, contrasting MATLAB's focus on numerical computations.
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I am using MATLAB to compute a few symbolic derivatives. The outputs are correct (I've checked a few of them) but usually long and never simplified (even when "obvious" simplifications are possible, i.e. combining terms, cancelling things). Is there a way to get MATLAB to simplify symbolic expressions?

I found the "simplify" operation - doesn't seem to do much...
 
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jedishrfu said:
How about mathematica?
Actually works a lot better - might switch to this instead. Cheers!
 
Mathematica is better if you need symbolic computation. MATLAB is more for numerical computation.
 

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