How to add m files in Matlab

Is it possible to add the m file in a Matlab folder, that could be used and search in Matlab command window, example, i want to add gendist.m, and that it can normally call in the command window with the command >> gendist http://www.mathworks.com/matlabcentral/fileexchange/34101-random-numbers-from-a-discrete-distribution/content/gendist.m

Answer 1

[Adam]

Just add the folder it is in to your path and you can call it.

Answer 2

[Jan]

Add the parent folder of the M-file either by the addpath command or permamently using the pathtool or the corresponding 'Set Path' menu in Matlab's comamnd window.

Such methods are explained in the Getting Started sections of the documentation. Reading them is recommended, when you want to use such a powerful system like Matlab.