You can insert a predefined piece of code called a code template by typing the template name and pressing F2. To display the list of available templates, press Ctrl+J.

For example, if you type for and press F2 the editor adds:

for  =  to  // step 1
​
end // for

Types of Templates

There are two types of templates: shared and exclusive. Shared templates are available across all edit modes. They are contained in the file data\templates.txt. Exclusive templates are designed specifically for the current edit mode. A path to an exclusive template file can be customized with the template key in the modes.xml:

<templates>@sb:\data\gta3\templates.txt</templates>

The editor merges the content of shared and exclusive templates in a single list. Exclusive templates have priority over the shared with the same name.

File Syntax

Each template file has the following syntax: A template name is written in a separate line. The equal sign = follows the name. After the equal sign you can also add a short hint. The template code starts at the next line, each line begins with the equals sign. The cursor position is marked with the | character.

Adding a New Template

It's also possible to add a template from the editor. Select the code and click the Service->Add template menu.

Enter a name of the template, a description (optionally) in the dialog window, choose the type of the template, and press the OK button. The template is ready to use.