Tech Support

Curve Fits, MathLink for Excel, and Color

Volume 4, Issue 4
Fall 1994

Members of the Wolfram Research technical support staff present articles on problems and questions we often encounter. In this column, we describe methods for curve fitting and interpolating data points, how to connect MathLink for Excel to various kernels, and ways to implement color in graphics.

Topics:

Curve Fitting and Interpolation

Linear and Nonlinear Fitting
Nonlinear Fitting
Fitting and Interpolation
Fitting Diagnostics

Connecting to Mathematica Kernels from MathLink for Excel

Local Kernel
Macintosh Combined and Student Versions
Remote Kernel
Remote UNIX Kernel
Conclusion

Using Color in Graphics

How to Specify Colors
Color Options
Using Color Primitives Directly
Color Functions