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GraphQ

GraphQ[g]
yields True if g is a valid Graph object and False otherwise.
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Basic Examples   (5)
Test whether an object is a valid Graph object:
Special graphs:
Matrix graphs:
Random graphs:
A Graphics object that contains a picture of a graph is not a valid Graph object:
Test whether an object is a valid Graph object:
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Scope   (2)
GraphQ gives False for anything that is not a graph:
Test large graphs:
Properties & Relations   (5)
Test whether a graph is directed or undirected:
Test whether a graph is simple:
A graph can have self-loops:
Test whether a graph is bipartite:
Test whether a graph is weighted:
Possible Issues   (1)
GraphQ gives False for non-explicit graphs:
For an explicit integer it is a graph object:
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