Customizing menu items part 1
Matlab menus can be customized in a variety of undocumented manners - first article of a series.
GUI
Specialized Matlab plots
The new MathWorks Plot Gallery provides access to some plotting examples on the File Exchange. Numerous others are available, extending the customizability of Matlab graphics.
Using spinners in Matlab GUI
Spinner controls can easily be added to Matlab GUI. This article explains how.
Common javacomponent problems
The javacomponent function is very useful for placing Java components on-screen, but has a few quirks.
Multi-line tooltips
Multi-line tooltips are very easy to set up, once you know your way around a few undocumented hiccups.
Uitable cell colors
A few Java-based customizations can transform a plain-looking data table into a lively colored one.
Tri-state checkbox
Matlab checkboxes can easily be made to support tri-state functionality.
Javacomponent background color
This article explains how to align Java component background color with a Matlab color.
Controlling callback re-entrancy
Callback reentrancy is a major problem for frequently-fired events. Luckily, it can easily be solved.
Uitable customization report
Matlab's uitable can be customized in many different ways. A detailed report explains how.