Including paths and symbols

You can define include paths and preprocessor symbols for the parser. This enables the parser to understand the contents of the C/C++ source code so that you may more effectively use the search and code completion features. Include paths are also used by the builder to locate files that are not in the workspace.

You can define the properties on a per project basis in the New Project wizard, in the C/C++ Projects view or in the Navigator view. You can also define project properties in the Preferences window for future standard make projects.

To include paths and symbols:

1. Do one of the following:
• To set properties for future Standard Make projects, click Window > Preferences . Expand C/C++, click New Make Projects.
• In the C/C++ Projects view, right-click a project, and select Properties. Select C/C++ Make Project from the list.
2.  Click the Paths and Symbols tab and do one the following:
• To the right of the Include paths box, click New, type the include path and click OK.
• To the right of the Defined symbols box, click New, type the symbol and click OK.
3. Click OK.

CDT Projects
 Project file views

Working with C/C++ project files

Paths and symbols page, C/C++ Properties window