log10
Type
function
Summary
Returns the base-10 logarithm of a number.
Syntax
the log10 of <number>
log10(<number>)
Description
Use the log10 function to obtain a logarithm.
The logarithm of a number is the power to which 10 must be raised to obtain the number : 10^log10(number) is equal to number.
If a math operation on finite inputs produces a non-finite output, an execution error is thrown. See math operations for more information.
Parameters
| Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
number | A positive number, or an expression that evaluates to a positive number. |
Examples
log10(1000) -- returns 3, because 10^3 = 1000
log10(0.1) -- returns -1
log10(163)
Related
control structure: function
function: ln1
glossary: return, math operation
Compatibility and Support
Introduced
LiveCode 1.0
OS
mac
windows
linux
ios
android
Platforms
desktop
server
mobile