Eclipse Interoperability

IntelliJ IDEA provides Eclipse integration feature enabling cross-development in IntelliJ IDEA and Eclipse. You can export, import and synchronize IntelliJ IDEA projects with Eclipse so that the code base is shared between two environments, and use IntelliJ IDEA for Eclipse RCP development.

Getting familiar with IntelliJ IDEA

To get an overview of what is supported by IntelliJ IDEA, check our feature list categorized by supported technologies, languages and application types. You can search for a feature or contact us for information if you miss any on our web site.

Although IntelliJ IDEA offers a rich set of in-built and tightly integrated functionality, additional functionality is available via IntelliJ IDEA plug-ins and companion products. You can also develop plug-ins for IntelliJ IDEA.

Getting started with IntelliJ IDEA

IntelliJ IDEA is available for a free full-featured 30-day trial that does not require any user registration. If a 30-day trial is not sufficient for your team, you can apply for an extended team evaluation license.

To get started, check the IntelliJ IDEA online demos and the Getting Started Guide. To learn more on how to manage your existing Eclipse projects with IntelliJ IDEA, search the IntelliJ IDEA Online Help for more information on how to export and import your projects from/to IntelliJ IDEA by using "Eclipse" as a key word. We also recommend that you check the IntelliJ IDEA How-Tos.

Getting used to IntelliJ IDEA

IntelliJ IDEA and Eclipse use different names for similar entities. Make sure that you understand the difference between the terminologies of IntelliJ IDEA and Eclipse.

One of the IntelliJ IDEA advantages is the availability of keyboard shortcuts to perform all commands. Some of the IntelliJ IDEA shortcuts differ from those you might have used in Eclipse for the same commands. Check the IntelliJ IDEA shortcuts (which are different for Windows, Linux and Mac) before you start using IntelliJ IDEA. The Key promoter plug-in for IntelliJ IDEA may help you to get used to the IntelliJ IDEA shortcuts faster. Also, you can configure shortcuts and quick lists in IntelliJ IDEA.

Getting productive with IntelliJ IDEA

Because IntelliJ IDEA is a rich system, make sure that you are getting the most advantages of its features by using the IntelliJ IDEA Productivity Guide. The dozens of helpful IntelliJ IDEA productivity tips are available to you right in IntelliJ IDEA via the Tip of the Day feature, on our web site, and on the IntelliJ IDEA blog.

Need more information?

Both IntelliJ IDEA and Eclipse are feature-rich tools extended by plug-ins. If you would like to understand better how IntelliJ IDEA can support your particular needs, tell us more on what you are looking for and we will be happy to help you.