Xcode® 4

Chapter 9: Saving Time in Xcode

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Using code folding Editing structure Refactoring code Using code snippets

Many editing operations are repetitive, while others can help you organize your code more effectively to simplify development and maintenance. Xcode 4 includes features that can automate many of these operations, saving you time and effort. The key features include the following:

Code folding

Structure editing

Refactoring

Code snippets

Jumping to a definition

Using Code Folding

Code folding is a simple feature that can hide code while it isn't being edited. It's a display-only feature that makes it easier for you to concentrate on one section of code without being distracted by surrounding elements.

CAUTION

It's easy to activate code folding by accident. If you're not familiar with this feature, you'll wonder why most of your code has disappeared and whether ...