mcc compiling for maca64

Our software compiles some MatLab extensions using the mcc function. We have been working on an Apple silicon version of our software, and have stumbled on a wall with mcc: according to the help, there is no option to compile for arm (maca64).

Are we reading this wrong, and compilation is actually possible but not cross-compilation?

If we are reading this corretly and there is currently no way to use mcc to compile extensions for our software in arm, when could we expect to be possible?

Thank you.

Answer 1

[Hassaan]

The support for Apple Silicon in MATLAB is relatively new and evolving, it is best to directly consult MathWorks' resources or their support team for the most current and detailed information on mcc's capabilities with respect to Apple Silicon.

For more detailed information and updates, you can refer to MathWorks' official pages on MATLAB on Apple Silicon Macs and the MATLAB Blog regarding their latest releases and support for Apple Silicon.

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Answer 2

[Stefanie Schwarz]

Hello Peter,

compiling applications for Apple Silicon (maca64) is possible on Apple Silicon Macs running the native Apple Silicon version of MATLAB (available from R2023b). As you said, cross-compilations from Intel (maci64) to (maca64) is not possible. This page has all the details:

What are the compatibility considerations for compiling applications using MATLAB Compiler on Intel and Apple Silicon Macs?

I believe the documentation you are referring is about the "-A arch" flag. This flag does not apply to standalone applications, but only to Python, Java, and C++ MATLAB Data API targets. I asked our doc team to make this item clearer and explain what the exact restriction for maca64 platform is.

Best, Stefanie