Modifying a .properties File

To change the value of a property:

  1. Double-click the .properties file in the Explorer window.

    The Source Editor displays the properties file tabbed pane.

  2. Select the value of the key you want to change and type a new value.

  3. Press Enter to establish the change.

To change the name of a property:

  1. Double-click the .properties file in the Explorer window.

    The Source Editor displays the properties file tabbed pane.

  2. Select the property key you want to change and type a new key label.

  3. Press Enter to establish the change.

    The name of the key changes in the Explorer window and the new key name is reordered alphabetically in the Explorer and in the table view.

An alternative way to change the key of a property is to right-click on the key node from the Explorer and choose Rename from the contextual menu. Enter a new name for the selected key and click OK.
See also
Removing Properties
Editing a Locale
Adding and Removing Locales
Properties Files

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