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fast_float for Mac

Fast and exact implementation of the C++ from_chars functions for number types

Quick answer: fast_float is a command-line tool for macOS. Install it with brew install fast_float. It is distributed under the Apache-2.0 licence. It has 87 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What fast_float is

fast_float is a command-line tool for macOS: fast and exact implementation of the C++ from_chars functions for number types.

It is distributed as a Homebrew formula, which builds or pours a binary and puts it on your PATH. It is distributed under the Apache-2.0 licence.

How to install fast_float

  1. Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
  2. If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
  3. Run brew install fast_float.

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install fast_float on Mac?

Run brew install fast_float in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.

Is fast_float open source?

Yes — Homebrew distributes it under the Apache-2.0 licence.

Does fast_float run on Apple silicon?

Homebrew publishes this formula for macOS. If upstream does not ship an Apple silicon build, Rosetta 2 handles the Intel binary.

How popular is fast_float?

It was installed 87 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #3657 in this catalogue.

What version of fast_float is current?

The latest packaged version is 8.3.2.