Mathematica > Systems Interfaces & Deployment > Mathematica System Setup > System Information > Environment
BUILT-IN MATHEMATICA SYMBOL

Environment

Environment["var"]
gives the value of an operating system environment variable.

DetailsDetails

  • The values of environment variables are returned by Environment as strings.
  • Environment returns $Failed if it cannot find a value for the operating system variable you requested.
  • The behavior of Environment depends on the computer system you are using.
New in 1
Send Feedback
Mathematica 9 is now available!

400+ new features, including the new Wolfram Predictive Interface, social network analysis, enterprise CDF deployment, and more »

Try Now
Buy/Upgrade
New to Mathematica? Find your learning path »
Have a question? Ask support »