Extract Variable

To extract a variable using in-place refactoring, follow these steps

1. In the editor, select the expression to be replaced with a variable. You can do that yourself or use the smart expression selection feature to let AppCode help you. So, do one of the following:
   • Highlight the expression. Then choose Refactor | Extract | Variable on the main menu or on the context menu.

     Alternatively, press⌥⌘V.

   • Place the cursor before or within the expression. Choose Refactor | Extract Variable on the main menu or on the context menu. or press⌥⌘V.
2. If more than one occurrence of the selected expression is found, select Replace this occurrence only or Replace all occurrences in the Multiple occurrences found pop-up menu. To select the required option, just click it. Alternatively, use the Up and Down arrow keys to navigate to the option of interest, and press ⏎ to select it.
3. Specify the name of the variable. Do one of the following:
   • Select one of the suggested names from the pop-up list. To do that, double-click the suitable name. Alternatively, use the Up and Down arrow keys to navigate to the name of interest, and ⏎ to select it.
   • Edit the name by typing. The name is shown in the box with red borders and changes as you type. When finished, press⏎.