Reference for Processing version 1.2. If you have a previous version, use the reference included with your software. If you see any errors or have suggestions, please let us know. If you prefer a more technical reference, visit the Processing Javadoc.

Name

frameRate

Examples
void setup() {
  frameRate(30);
}

void draw() {
  line(0, 0, width, height);
  println(frameRate);
}
Description The system variable frameRate contains the approximate frame rate of the software as it executes. The initial value is 10 fps and is updated with each frame. The value is averaged (integrated) over several frames. As such, this value won't be valid until after 5-10 frames.
Usage Web & Application
Related frameRate()
Updated on June 14, 2010 12:05:29pm EDT

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