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Delete a line in Eclipse

java
eclipse-shortcuts
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code-efficiency
Alex KataevbyAlex Kataev·Jan 27, 2025
TLDR

Effortlessly remove any line in Eclipse using the hotkey Ctrl+D (or Cmd+D on macOS). No text selection needed — just position the cursor on the line.

String noLongerNeeded = "Adios, amigo!"; // Ctrl+D or Cmd+D and I'm a goner

Additional line deletion strategies

Partial line removal

To delete a portion of a line, select the text and press Ctrl+D (or Cmd+D on macOS). Eclipse kindly leaves the rest of your line untouched.

Bulk line extinction

Need to delete multiple lines? Highlight all and hit Ctrl+D. They'll evaporate before your eyes, slimming down your code in no time.

When the delete button strikes back

Whoops! Deleted more than you bargained for? No worries, just press Ctrl+Z (or Cmd+Z on macOS) to undo the last action. It's the Ctrl+Z's way of saying "I got your back, pal!".

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