Extracting a local variable

To extract a local variable from an expression:

• In a Java editor, select the expression that you want to extract to a local variable

• Do one of the following:

  • From the editor's pop-up menu, select Refactor > Extract Local Variable or

  • From the menu bar, select Refactor > Extract Local Variable

Refactoring actions
Refactoring dialogs
Refactoring preferences