C++ Refactoring tools in Visual Studio

Visual Studio C++ Refactoring Tools

Rename Variable

The Rename refactoring tool in Visual Studio allows you to easily rename variables for clarity. Enable this feature by selecting “Enable rename suggestions” under Tools > Options > GitHub > Copilot chat > Preview features.

Add Parameter Description

Use the ‘Quick Actions and Refactorings…’ option or Ctrl +. to add a description parameter to the first instance of a constructor.

Extract Function

Select a block of code, right-click, and choose ‘Quick Actions and Refactorings…’ to extract a function for code reusability.

Implement Pure Virtuals

Automatically implement all pure virtual functions for a class by selecting the ‘Implement all Pure Virtuals for class’ option.

Move Function Definition

Move a function definition to a header file for code reusability.

Raw String Literal

Convert a string to a raw string literal by right-clicking on the string and choosing the ‘Quick Actions and Refactorings…’ option.

Convert Macros to Constexpr

Enhance code readability by converting macros to constexpr functions, accessible through the ‘Quick Actions and Refactorings…’ option.