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Code Editor

The "Code Editor" in the "Workbench" is powered by the "Monaco" editor, which is the same editor used in "Visual Studio Code" (VSCode). This powerful and feature-rich editor provides a comfortable environment for writing, editing, and managing your code. This section provides an overview of the key features and actions available in the "Code Editor".

Code Editor

Key Features

1. Syntax Highlighting

  • The Code Editor provides syntax highlighting for various programming languages, making it easy to visually distinguish between different code elements.

2. Code Completion

  • Enjoy intelligent code completion suggestions as you type, helping you write code more efficiently and accurately.

3. Code Navigation

  • Navigate through your code effortlessly with features like Go to Definition, Find References, and more.

4. Code Folding

  • Collapse and expand code sections to focus on specific parts of your code and improve readability.

5. Code Formatting

  • Use automatic code formatting or format selected code to adhere to coding standards.

6. Multiple Tabs

  • Open multiple files simultaneously with tabs, allowing you to switch between files seamlessly.

7. Themes and Color Schemes

  • Customize the appearance of the Code Editor with various themes and color schemes.

Actions in the Code Editor

1. Save Changes

  • Save your code changes by clicking the "Save" button or using the keyboard shortcut ("Ctrl + S" or "Cmd + S").

2. Undo and Redo

  • Undo or redo your actions with the "Undo" and "Redo" buttons or keyboard shortcuts ("Ctrl + Z" or "Cmd + Z", "Ctrl + Y" or "Cmd + Y").

3. Find and Replace

  • Use the "Find" and "Replace" functionalities to search for specific text and replace it with ease.

4. Toggle Word Wrap

  • Toggle word wrap to control how long lines of code are displayed in the editor.

5. Zoom In and Out

  • Adjust the font size with the "Zoom In" and "Zoom Out" options for better readability.

6. Toggle Sidebar

  • Toggle the visibility of the sidebar to show or hide file explorer and other navigation options.

7. Toggle Full Screen

  • Make the "Code Editor" full screen for a distraction-free coding experience.

Conclusion

The "Code Editor" in the Workbench, powered by the Monaco editor, provides a sophisticated and feature-rich environment for coding. Explore the various features and actions to enhance your coding productivity and efficiency.