How to create a macro

Generated on 11/9/2024

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To create a macro in Xcode, you can utilize the multi-cursor editing feature, which is particularly useful for creating repetitive code structures like switch statements or initializers. Here's a brief guide on how to do it:

  1. Multi-Cursor Editing: Hold Control + Shift, then click where you'd like to insert multiple cursors. This allows you to create multiple statements at once.

  2. Creating Templates: If you need to insert similar code in several places, you can create a template with placeholders. This is similar to the placeholders you see in code completion. Surround the text with specific characters to define these placeholders.

  3. Code Completion: Xcode's code completion can assist you in completing your code snippets efficiently.

For more detailed instructions, you might want to check out the session Xcode essentials at the timestamp 12:12, which covers useful commands and shortcuts in Xcode.