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How do I convert a rectangular complex number to polar form?
How do I enter a complex number in polar form?
How do I convert a rectangular complex number to polar form?

If the complex number is stored in the variable A (for example), use [abs(A),angle(A)*(180/pi)] to find the magnitude and angle in degrees

How do I enter a complex number in polar form?

I like to use the closely related exponential form for this one. if the polar number is A∠Θ, I enter A*exp(j*Θ*(pi/180))