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How to Fix Error: 'to_string' is not a member of 'std'

October 14, 2024

Discover practical solutions for firmware developers facing the C++ error: 'to_string' is not a member of 'std'. Step-by-step guide to effortlessly resolve this issue.

How to Fix Error: 'to_string' is not a member of 'std'

 

Identify the Issue

  • The error message `'to_string' is not a member of 'std'` typically arises when you attempt to use `std::to_string`, but the environment does not recognize it. This often occurs due to the compiler or language standard being used.
  • First, confirm that you are attempting to use `std::to_string` to convert numeric types to strings within your C++ code. For example:

    ```cpp
    #include

    int main() {
    int num = 123;
    std::string str = std::to_string(num);
    return 0;
    }
    ```

 

Ensure Proper Compiler and Language Standard

  • `std::to_string` was introduced in C++11. Make sure your compiler supports C++11 or later. For instance, when using `g++`, you can enforce the use of C++11 by using the following flag:

    ```bash
    g++ -std=c++11 your_program.cpp -o your_program
    ```

  • Check the compiler documentation or settings in your development environment to ensure it is set to at least C++11.

 

Check for Required Headers

  • `std::to_string` resides in the `` header. Make sure to include it at the beginning of your source file:

    ```cpp
    #include
    ```

  • Verify there are no conditional compilation directives or macro definitions preventing standard headers from being included properly.

 

Inspect the Compiler Version

  • Ensure you are using an up-to-date compiler version. Older compilers might not support all features in newer C++ standards. Run the following command to check your g++ version:

    ```bash
    g++ --version
    ```

  • If your compiler does not support C++11, consider upgrading it or changing to a more recent one that does.

 

Alternative Solutions

  • If updating the compiler or changing the language standard is not feasible, consider implementing a manual conversion function. Example:

    ```cpp
    #include

    template
    std::string to_string_manual(T value) {
    std::ostringstream oss;
    oss << value;
    return oss.str();
    }
    ```

  • Use the `boost::lexical_cast` function from the Boost library as an alternative to `std::to_string`. Boost offers a robust set of functionalities that are often useful when dealing with limitations:

    ```cpp
    #include <boost/lexical_cast.hpp>

    int num = 123;
    std::string str = boost::lexical_caststd::string(num);
    ```

 

Validate the Build Environment

  • Review your build scripts (like Makefiles or CMakeLists) to ensure they pass the correct flags and link against standard C++ libraries when necessary.
  • Examine any relevant documentation to understand how your build environment might affect the availability of language features.

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