# Differentiate
Component Type: Processor (Subcategory: Basic Math)
The differentiate component outputs the difference of the previous to the current input value on the output port. This functionality can be considered as a simplified implementation of the derivative component.
Differentiate plugin
# Input Port Description
- in [double]: Input port for signal.
# Output Port Description
- out [double]: Output of difference value.
# Properties
- resetValue [double]: The value that is used in the first difference calculation after start.