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Learn how to find the `ALT+J` shortcut in CLion, which allows you to select the next occurrence of a word, similar to CTRL+D in VSCode.
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Understanding the Shortcut Dilemma: CTRL+D in VSCode vs. CLion

When working in a coding environment, efficiency is key. Both Visual Studio Code (VSCode) and CLion are popular IDEs developers turn to for their projects. One area where productivity is vastly improved is through keyboard shortcuts. In VSCode, the CTRL+D shortcut allows users to add selection to the next find match, making refactoring or modifying multiple occurrences of a word seamless. However, when transitioning to CLion, many users find themselves searching for this very feature without success.

The Issue at Hand

Imagine you're coding and you need to change a specific variable name that appears multiple times within your file. In VSCode, you simply highlight the word, hit CTRL+D, and watch as every instance of that variable gets selected for you to modify. Now, what happens when you switch to CLion? You might find yourself asking:

Does CLion have an equivalent shortcut?

If so, what is it?

Despite extensive searches on platforms like StackOverflow, it can feel like a frustrating dead end when you can't uncover the command that feels second nature in another IDE.

The Solution: Discovering ALT+J

Good news! CLion does indeed offer a shortcut that mirrors the functionality of VSCode's CTRL+D. In all JetBrains products, including CLion, the shortcut you are looking for is:

ALT+J

How To Use ALT+J

Highlight the Word: First, click to select a word in your code that you want to modify.

Use the Shortcut: Press ALT+J. This will select the next occurrence of the highlighted word.

Continue Selecting: You can press ALT+J repeatedly to select further occurrences one by one.

Why Use ALT+J?

Efficient Refactoring: It enables you to quickly make changes to multiple instances of the same variable or function name.

Consistent Experience Across JetBrains Products: Familiarity with this shortcut can enhance productivity not only in CLion but also in other JetBrains IDEs like IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, etc.

Improves Workflow: Reduces the time spent searching and selecting text manually, allowing you to focus more on coding.

Additional Tips

If you are ever unsure of shortcuts, remember JetBrains provides extensive documentation and a cheat sheet for all the available shortcuts across their products.

Try customizing your shortcuts in CLion’s preferences to suit your preferences better.

Conclusion

Switching between different IDEs can be challenging, especially when adjusting to different keyboard shortcuts. However, knowing that ALT+J serves as the equivalent of VSCode's CTRL+D can significantly streamline your workflow in CLion. Enjoy a smoother coding experience and embrace the tools at your disposal!