Setting Global Source Editor Keyboard Shortcuts

By default, the Source Editor has a set of global keyboard shortcuts. These shortcuts are available no matter what kind of file you are working on.

You can specify your own keyboard shortcuts for the Source Editor. They may be global settings or may vary by individual editor type.

Source Editor shortcuts are distinct from other IDE shortcuts, which can be customized by choosing Tools Configure Shortcuts from the main window.

To set a global Source Editor keyboard shortcut:

  1. From the main window, choose Tools Options.

    The Options window is displayed.

  2. Select the Editor Settings node in the Options window.

    The properties for global editor settings appear in the right pane of the Options window.

  3. Select the Global Key Bindings property, then click the ellipsis (...) button.

    The Global Key Bindings Property Editor appears.

  4. In the Actions list, select the keyboard shortcut assignment you want to specify, and click Add.

    The Add Shortcut Sequence dialog box is displayed.

  5. In the Shortcut Sequence text field, press the keys you want to use for the selected action.

    As you press the keyboard sequence, the correct syntax for that sequence automatically appears in the text field. For example, if you press the Backspace key, the word "Backspace" appears. If you simultaneously hold down the Alt key, the Control key, and the J key, "Ctrl+Alt+J" is generated.
See also
Setting Keyboard Shortcuts for a Specific Editor

Configuring the Source Editor

Key Bindings Property Editor

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