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- Intellij Idea − Code Refactoring
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- Installation and Configuration
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Migrating from NetBeans
Intelpj Idea - Migrating from NetBeans
NetBeans is another popular Java IDE. If you are a current user of NetBeans and want to migrate from it to IntelpJ then this will serve as a good starting point.
This chapter discusses the importing of NetBeans projects in IntelpJ, its terminologies equivalent to NetBeans, popular shortcuts and frequently asked questions.
Import NetBeans project
In this section, we will learn how to import NetBeans project. Follow these steps to import the project −
Navigate to File → New → Project from Existing Sources
Select your NetBeans project directory.
When the Import Project wizard opens, select the Create project from existing sources option.
Follow the on-screen instructions to continue.
IntelpJ vsNetBeans terminology
The following table compares IntelpJ and NetBeans terminology −
| IntelpJ | NetBeans |
|---|---|
| Module | Project |
| Global pbrary | Global pbrary |
| Module pbrary | Project pbrary |
| Module dependency | Project dependency |
| Module SDK | Project-specific SDK |
Popular shortcuts
IntelpJ is a keyboard-centric IDE. It provides shortcuts for most of the actions. The following table psts a few important shortcuts −
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Run Java program | ctrl+shift+F10 |
| Organize imports | ctrl+alt+o |
| System.out.println() | Type sout and press ctrl+j |
| Delete current pne | ctrl + y |
| Search | ctrl + shift + f |
| Generate getter and setter | alt + insert |
| Format code | ctrl + alt + l |
| Comment out code | ctrl + / |
| Go to pne | ctrl + g |
| Go to declaration | ctrl + b |
| Rename | shift+F6 |
| Move pnes | ctrl + shift + up/down |
Debugger shortcuts
The following table psts down a few important debugger shortcuts −
| Debug action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Debug a program | Shift + F9 |
| Choose configuration and debug | Shift+Alt+F9 |
| Step over | F8 |
| Step into | F7 |
| Smart step into | Shift + F7 |
| Step out | Shift + F8 |
| Force step over | Shift+Alt+F8 |
| Force step into | Shift+Alt+F7 |
| Resume program | F9 |
| Evaluate expression | Alt+F8 |
| Toggle breakpoints | Ctrl+F8 |
| View breakpoints | Ctrl+Shift+F8 |
FAQsand Tips
In this section, we will go through a few Frequently Answered Questions and Tips. The FAQs and tips are as follows −
Can I use the NetBeans key bindings in IntelpJ IDEA?
Navigate to Files → Settings and select Keymap.
Select NetBeans from the drop down box
Is local history in IntelpJ IDEA different from that in NetBeans?
Local history in IntelpJ IDEA, generally, is more detailed. Whatever you do with a directory, file, class, method or field, or a code block is reflected in your local history. The local history also includes VCS operations.
Can I enable ‘compile on save in IntelpJ IDEA?
Navigate to File → Settings → Build, Execution, Deployment → Compiler
Select Build Project Automatically option.
Cpck on the OK button.
Can I use NetBeans plugins in IntelpJ IDEA?
No, you cannot.
Is it possible to build NetBeans RCP apppcations with IntelpJ IDEA?
It is possible; however, you will not get the same kind of support that you get with NetBeans (wizards, menu actions, etc.). For more details, visit
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