Putting a string in pointer of array

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I want to assign a string like: "22 33" to a variable like char*av[129]. How can i do that in C/C++?

those types are incompatible -- a single string vs. an array of strings. — Vaughn Cato
– Vaughn Cato, Commented Feb 19, 2012 at 6:28

Borealid · Accepted Answer · 2012-02-19 06:28:36Z

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strcpy(av[0], "22 33");

IF you know av[0] is long enough (length of string you want to put in plus one for the NUL).

Otherwise, use strncpy.

answered Feb 19, 2012 at 6:28

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ugoren Over a year ago

He should always use strncpy, even only as a good habit. Also, it won't solve his problem if the buffer isn't long enough - it would just change the bug, perhaps to a friendlier one.

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