VLIDE - Visual Lisp Format Options

[abra-CAD-abra]

Guys,

 

I have recently started using the VLIDE editor and how I wish I started using it earlier!

 

When formatting code in the editor using 'Format Code in Editor', the formatting never looks neat. I am using the default settings in:

 

Tools > Environment Options > Visual Lisp Format Options

 

Is there anything I am missing or should know for better formatting?

 

Cheers,

[Lee Mac]

FWIW, I always format my code manually.

[abra-CAD-abra]

Lee,

 

Thank you for your response. That would explain why the formatting of your code is always flawless.

 

I have been playing with the formatting settings in VLIDE for some time but I cannot achieve the desired presentation. I find that if the code is formatted well, it is easier to read and understand.

 

In future, I think that I will use VLIDE for debugging and Notepad++ for formatting.

 

Cheers Lee,

Edited March 30, 2016 by abra-CAD-abra

[cwake]

I find the formatting in the VLIDE is a good start when the code that I have received from elsewhere is very different to how I prefer it. But like you, I find it has limitations.

 

 

However, the tool I am constantly using in the VLIDE for tidying up my own code is "Indent to current level". I usually apply it as "Select code (or Ctrl A), Ctrl E => Indent to current level". But you can also access it under the "Edit => Extra Commands" menu.

[abra-CAD-abra]

Thanks Clint,

 

I will investigate the 'indent to Current Level' options.

 

Cheers,