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How do you attach eclipse plugin development library sources to a project?

I am new to eclipse plugin development.

How can I get the source code for all eclipse plugin development libraries? Without the source code, it is hard to debug calls or look into the implementation.

Solution

  • For most plugins, it is enough to use the context menu Import -> As Binary plugin in the Plugins view of the Plugin Development Perspective. If you need this for more than one plugin, you can do it using a wizard and multi selection.

    If you are new to Eclipse plugin development, it will be very helpful to read more tutorials on the linked page, as it has many pointers.