====== FAQ: How do I run the garbage collector in a macro or plugin? ======

**If a macro or plugin runs out of memory, you can force garbage collection.**

The Java Virtual Machine does garbage collection automatically as necessary, but this can also be forced at a particular time in a plugin or a macro.

In a //macro// use the **call()** function (needs version 1.37e):

  call("java.lang.System.gc");

In a //plugin// use the call:

  System.gc();