Extension Points

Use extension points to extend MATLAB including adding items to the quick access toolbar and adding context menu items
Since R2025a

You can extend various functionalities within MATLAB^® using extension points. For example, you can use extension points to add items to the quick access toolbar, add context menu items, or customize how new file types display.

Functions

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Desktop Extension Points

`mw.desktop.addressBar.displayedRoots`	Customize list of displayed roots in address bar
`mw.desktop.fileBrowsers.contextMenu`	Add items to Files panel context menu
`mw.desktop.quickAccess`	Add items to quick access toolbar

File Types Extension Points

`mw.fileTypes.icons`	Add custom icons for file type
`mw.fileTypes.labels`	Add custom labels for file type
`mw.fileTypes.filenameValidation`	Add filename validations for file type
`mw.fileTypes.groups`	Create group of file types

Topics

Extend MATLAB Using Extension Points
Learn the basics of how to use extension points to extend MATLAB.
Add Items to Quick Access Toolbar
Add your own custom items to the quick access toolbar using the mw.desktop.quickAccess extension point.
Customize How Files Display in MATLAB
Customize how to display file types in MATLAB, including the file icon and label.
Add Items to Files Panel Context Menu
Add your own custom items to the Files panel context menu using the mw.desktop.fileBrowsers.contextMenu extension point.

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