How to export/import Netbeans templates

Question

I am running Netbeans 7.0.1 under OS X and have created a number of templates using Tools > Templates. All my Templates are created under a new folder within the Templates folder list.

I would now like to export the Templates and share them with other members of my team.

How do I go about exporting them and then allowing my teammates to import them into their Netbean installs?

Note: I've located the templates under my ~/.netbeans directory, but was hoping the IDE would facilitate import/export so folks don't have to go around copying folders in the file system.

Answer 1

I have just tested on my WinXP with Netbeans 7.0.1 and 7.1, so not 100% sure if it will work on OS X.

Open your Netbeans 7.0.1 and go to Tools -> Options and in the new windows left lower corner Export. In this window expand Editor by clicking +.

In the opened tree you only have to activate the checkbox in front of Code Templates, fill in a target file and there you are with your ready to import Templatesfile.

Your team members can import them by clicking Import in Tools -> Options.

Hope this will help you and your members.

Answer 2

Templates are saved in you ~/.netbeans/version/config/Templates/Properties. You can import your template using :

Tools --> Templates --> Choose a directory then click "Add" button.

If you need more info maybe this tuto can help you.

Or in

Tools -->Options --> Editor pane --> Code templates pane

Choose your language, then at the bottom left you will found Export and Import button.