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| # ST_RelateMatch |
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| Introduction: This function tests the relationship between two [Dimensionally Extended 9-Intersection Model (DE-9IM)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DE-9IM) matrices representing geometry intersections. It evaluates whether the DE-9IM matrix specified in `matrix1` satisfies the intersection pattern defined by `matrix2`. The `matrix2` parameter can be an exact DE-9IM value or a pattern containing wildcard characters. |
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| !!!Note |
| It is important to note that this function is not optimized for use in spatial join operations. Certain DE-9IM relationships can hold true for geometries that do not intersect or are disjoint. As a result, it is recommended to utilize other dedicated spatial functions specifically optimized for spatial join processing. |
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| Format: `ST_RelateMatch(matrix1: String, matrix2: String)` |
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| Return type: `Boolean` |
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| Since: `v1.6.1` |
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| SQL Example: |
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| ```sql |
| SELECT ST_RelateMatch('101202FFF', 'TTTTTTFFF') |
| ``` |
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| Output: |
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| ``` |
| true |
| ``` |
