regexp->matchString

Returns the last matched string or capture.

Target member

Signature

1regexp->matchString(group::integer= ?)

Returns the last matched string or capture.

regexp->matchString is called with member syntax on a receiver value. regexp->matchString uses the regular-expression surface for pattern matching. Keep patterns small, name the intent in nearby code, and test captures separately from replacement strings.

Parameters

group
Optional value of type integer. Supply group positionally unless the signature shows a keyword form.

Examples

Basic call

1regexp('([a-z]+)', '', 'abc')->matchString(1)
The example shows the normal call shape. Adapt variable names, validation, and surrounding error handling to the context.