To restore the MATLAB desktop to its default layout, navigate to the Home tab, find the Environment section, click Layout, and then select Default.
Restoring the Default MATLAB Layout
MATLAB offers several preconfigured layouts optimized for various workflows. However, if you've customized your layout or docked/undocked panels and want to return to the standard arrangement, restoring the default is a simple process.
Here's how to do it using the steps provided by MATLAB:
- Go to the Home Tab: In the MATLAB command window, look for the ribbon interface at the top and click on the Home tab.
- Find the Environment Section: Within the Home tab, locate the Environment section. This section contains options related to the MATLAB desktop environment.
- Click on Layout: In the Environment section, you will see a button or menu labeled Layout. Click on it to reveal the layout options.
- Select Default: A dropdown menu or list of available layouts will appear. To restore the standard layout, select Default from this list.
Choosing the "Default" layout will rearrange all the MATLAB desktop components (like the Command Window, Workspace, Current Folder, Editor, etc.) back to their original positions and sizes as they appear when MATLAB is first installed or reset.
Preconfigured Layouts
MATLAB also provides other preconfigured layouts besides the Default. These are designed to be efficient for specific tasks:
- Default: The standard layout with Command Window, Workspace, Current Folder, etc., often docked together.
- All in One Document: Docks most components together in a single window area, suitable for smaller screens.
- Two Column Default: Arranges components in two main columns.
- Minimal: Shows only essential components.
- Other Specialized Layouts: Depending on your version and toolboxes, you might see layouts optimized for specific tasks like Simulink or App Designer.
You can switch between these layouts using the same Layout menu under the Home tab.
Restoring the Default layout is a quick way to get back to a familiar setup if your desktop becomes cluttered or disorganized due to customizations.
