In this article, we will discuss how to locate methods in a Java class file in Eclipse IDE
Though, there are standard to limit the number of lines of code for a Java class file. But at times, we are forced to write more methods inside same Java class which in turns makes life cumbersome to identify correct method where we are interested to work/modify/rectify/fix the issue
To simplify this, Eclipse IDE provides easy shortcut keys and some alternate ways to find correct method inside a Java class file
1. Shortcut commands in Eclipse IDE:
- CTRL + O –> used to search methods inside same Java class
- CTRL + H –> opens dialog box which provides number of options to find method
Let’s understand each one with simple example in Eclipse IDE:
1.1 To find method inside same Java class file
Step 1: press CTRL + O simultaneously
Step 2: enter method name to be searched
Step 3: Wildcards can also be used, in case if we don’t remember method name
1.2 Searching files from Search (CTRL + H) menu
This helps to find any phrase from files
Step 1: press CTRL + H simultaneously
Step 2: Wildcards can also be used, in case if we don’t remember method name along with file extensions
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