Find Actions Wizard
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The Find Actions Wizard allows users to quickly search for and execute various commands, navigate to resources, and access different functionalities within the development environment. This tool helps streamline the workflow by providing instant search results as you type.
The input field where you can type the name or part of the name of the command or resource you are looking for. It supports dynamic searching, providing results as you type.
Clicking the arrow next to the search bar reveals additional options such as:
Move
Resize
Remember Location
Remember Size
Previously chosen items are shown from the start, if any.
Displays a list of commands, resources, and other items that match the search query. The list updates dynamically as you type. Each item shows:
Resource Name: The name of the command or resource.
Resource Type: The type of resource (e.g., form, method, table).
Additional Information: Any relevant details or descriptions.
You can select one of the options:
OK: Executes the selected command or opens the selected resource. This can be done by double-clicking the desired item in the matching list.
Cancel: Closes the dialog without taking any action.
This wizard significantly enhances productivity by enabling quick access to commands and resources within large projects and displays dynamic search results updating as you type. Here are the steps for using the Find Actions Wizard:
Enter Search Query:
Click on the search bar at the top of the dialog.
Type the name or part of the name of the command or resource you are looking for. The list of matching items will update dynamically as you type.
Use wildcards ? for any single character and * for any string of characters to widen your search if necessary.
Review Matching Items:
Look through the list of matching items in the middle panel.
Each entry shows the resource name and its type, helping you identify the correct item.
Select and Execute a Command or Open a Resource:
Click on the desired item from the matching items list to select it.
Click the OK button or double-click the item to execute the command or open the resource in the editor.
If you decide not to take any action, click the Cancel button to close the dialog.
Open the Find Actions Wizard: Access it from the Servoy Developer menu or through a keyboard shortcut (Ctrl+3).
