Before starting, ensure your system meets the minimum hardware and software specifications for the R2018b release: :
| Operating System | Supported? | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Windows 11 | ❌ Unofficial | May work using compatibility mode, but not certified. | | Windows 10 (v1607+) | ✅ Yes | Fully supported (Pro, Enterprise, Education). | | Windows 7 SP1 | ✅ Yes | Support ended, but installer works. | | macOS Ventura/Sonoma | ❌ No | R2018b is 64-bit Intel only; Apple Silicon requires R2023b+. | | macOS High Sierra (10.13) | ✅ Yes | Last supported macOS for R2018b. | | Ubuntu 18.04 LTS | ✅ Yes | Native support. | | Ubuntu 20.04/22.04 | ⚠️ Partial | Requires manual dependency installation (libxft2, etc.). | install matlab 2018b
as R2018b was built before these architectures were standard. If you prefer not to install locally, you can use MATLAB Online Before starting, ensure your system meets the minimum
: Use the email address and password associated with your MathWorks Account . | | Windows 7 SP1 | ✅ Yes