Code Templates

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Many source-code development tools include a concept that's called "Code Templates". Basically, these are shortcuts to often used commands.

 

Of course, Database Workbench supports these as well - by using CTRL+J in any code editor window (like the SQL Editor or in the Stored Procedure Editor) you will see a drop down list like in the screen shot below:

 

The Code Template drop down list

 

As you can see, each "code template" consist of a "full code" (like "grant delete") and an abbreviation. This abbreviation can be entered in the code editor as well, if you then press CTRL+J, the abbreviation will expand to the full code immediately, without showing the drop down list.

 

Any additional cursor positions can be "picked up" using ALT+END.

 

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As you can see, code templates can save you lots of time!

 

The code templates can be modified, deleted and created from the Code Template Editor in the Preferences.