Navigating to C/C++ definition

The Open Definition feature lets you navigate to the definition that matches a selected element in the C/C++ editor. It is recommended that you look for element definitions on successfully compiled programs.

To navigate to C/C++ definition:

  1. In the C/C++ editor, select an object.
  2. Right-click the selected element, select Open Definition.
    Editor View showing Open Definition option

For more information, see:

Related concepts
Open Declarations
Open Definitions
CDT Projects
C/C++ search

Related tasks
Searching for C/C++ elements

Related reference
C/C++ search page, Search dialog box

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