optimoptions ga error - "Invalid solver specified"

Hello,

I am getting "invalid solve specified" when trying to use optimoptions to set options for the genetic algorithm. I simply put to check if I could get anything:

optimoptions('ga') and optimoptions(@ga)

Can anyone direct me on what I am supposed to put for the solver name to use genetic algortihm please?

Thank you.

Answer 1

[Matt J]

That might happen if you have attempted this on a new Matlab installation which doesn't have the Global Optimization Toolbox installed.

[Mo Jay]

Yes I have checked Global Optimization Toolbox is installed, everything there! I have realised it is due to me being in MATLAB 2015b. THank you :)