Flex Builder Key Shortcuts

Jump to type or variable definition:

• F3 or Ctrl + Left-Click

Import a Class into an ActionScript file:

1. Type a class name
2. Press Ctrl + Space

Searching

Search across multiple files:

• Press Ctrl + Shift + F

Search as you type:

1. Press Ctrl + J
2. Start typing to begin searching

Search for properties and methods by typing their name:

1. Ctrl + O
2. Type property or method name

Code Chunks

Clone a chunk of code without having to copy and paste it:

1. Select a chunk of code
2. Press Ctrl + Alt + Down

Move selected lines of code up or down in the editor:

1. Select a chunk of code
2. Alt + Up/Down

Move to the next/previous occurrence of the select text:

1. Select a chunk of code
2. Ctrl + K (next occurrence)
3. Ctrl + Shift + K (previous occurrence)

Editor Tabs

Move through open editor tabs:

• Alt + Left/Right

Switch between last two viewed editor tabs:

• Ctrl + Tab

Toggle min/max of the current editor tab:

• Ctrl + M

Miscellaneous

Toggle between the Flex Source and Design view:

• Ctrl + **

Jump to the last edit point:

• Ctrl + Q

Related Links:

• http://polygeek.com/1798_flex_favorite-flex-builder-shortcuts