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Learn more about: Casting Operators |
Casting Operators |
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There are several casting operators specific to the C++ language. These operators are intended to remove some of the ambiguity and danger inherent in old style C language casts. These operators are:
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dynamic_cast Used for conversion of polymorphic types.
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static_cast Used for conversion of nonpolymorphic types.
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const_cast Used to remove the
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reinterpret_cast Used for simple reinterpretation of bits.
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safe_cast Used in C++/CLI to produce verifiable MSIL.
Use const_cast and reinterpret_cast as a last resort, since these operators present the same dangers as old style casts. However, they are still necessary in order to completely replace old style casts.