Creating a project

You can create a standard make or managed make C or C++ project.

To create a project:

1. Click File > New > Project.
   
2. In the New Project wizard, click C or C++.
3. Click Standard Make C++ Project  or Managed Make C++ Project.
4. Click Next.
   
5. In the Name box, type a name.
6. To specify a different directory in which to save your project, clear the Use Default Location check box, and enter the path in the Location box.
7. For managed make projects, click Next to select a deployment platform. For more information, see Selecting a deployment platform.
8. To create your project, click Finish.
   
9. If a message box prompts you to switch perspectives, click Yes.
10. Define your project properties. For more information, see Defining project properties.

CDT Projects
Project file views

Working with C/C++ project files

Project properties
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