Replacing a local variable with a query

To replace a local variable with a query:

• In the Java editor, select the expression with which the local variable is initialized

• Invoke the Extract Method refactoring by either:

  • Selecting Refactor > Extract Method from the editor's pop-up menu or

  • Selecting Refactor > Extract Method from the menu bar

• Perform the Extract Method refactoring

• Select the local variable (or a reference to it)

• Invoke the Inline Local Variable by either:

  • Selecting Refactor > Inline from the editor's pop-up menu or

  • Selecting Refactor > Inline from the menu bar

• Perform the Inline Local Variable refactoring

Java development tools (JDT)

Extracting a method
Inlining a local variable

Refactoring actions
Refactoring dialogs
Refactoring preferences