IDE features for Robot Framework

Based on the definition from internet an integrated development environment maximize programmer productivity by providing tight-knit components with similar user interfaces. Listed below are features that can be beneficial for Robot Framework development. The document is capturing features specifically for Eclipse with RED plug-in but similar features would be available in other IDE’s as well.

1. Darkest Theme

Using the dark theme reduce eyes strain Darkest Dark is the external plugin which is used. This plugin improves Eclipse dark theme making it consistent with modified icons and other UI elements for dark profile. This theme is installed from Help -> Eclipse Marketplace and then be activated from Window -> Preferences -> General -> Appearance.

2. Content Assistance

Invoking content assistance is by pressing CTRL+SPACE key

Content assistance is a functionality provided by Eclipse platform extended to understand Robot data model.

3. Variable Typing

Invoking content assistance inside the brackets