Reference for Processing version 1.0+. If you have a previous version, use the reference included with your software. If you see any errors or have any comments, let us know.
Name
byte()
Examples
char c = 'E';
byte b = byte(c);
println(c + " : " + b); // Prints "E : 69"
int i = 130;
b = byte(i);
println(i + " : " + b); // Prints "130 : -126"
Description
Converts a primitive datatype or array to its byte representation. A byte can only be a whole number between -128 and 127, therefore when a number outside this range is converted, its value wraps to the corresponding byte representation.
Syntax
byte(val)
Parameters
val
int, char, int[], char[]
Returns
byte
Usage
Web & Application
Related
byteint()
Updated on October 18, 2009 10:47:17am PDT
Processing was initiated by Ben Fry and Casey Reas. It is developed by a small team of volunteers.