Practically Macro

From simple navigation and a smoother working environment to auto-completion, refactoring, simpler error debugging and the seamless way to organize imports, Eclipse certainly packs some attractive features. On the other hand, the IDE is not perfect, and one of the disadvantages that can create some issues is the lack of a macro editor.

Practically Macro is an Eclipse plugin designed to supply editor keyboard macro facilities that are missing from the Eclipse IDE. Since this is an extension, it goes without saying that you need to place the file in the subfolder Plugins from the Dropins directory. In case you do not have the folder, then you can create one quickly.

Recording a macro is slightly counter-intuitive, especially since no action occurs when you hit the record button. While you may expect a window or a pop-up, you should look in the status bar to preview the recording chiclet. You can now use the keyboard to write the sequence of commands you want in the editor panel. Once you finish, you need to click the record button a second time to save your macro.

If you want to simplify your work in Eclipse and perform various monotonous actions automatically, then Practically Macro can help you create the sequence you need for your project.