Visual Studio 2022 17.9 Preview 3 enhances code search capabilities
Microsoft has released the Visual Studio 2022 17.9 Preview 3, which brings significant enhancements to the platform’s built-in code search capabilities. These improvements allow users to perform comprehensive searches within Visual Studio, including searching through local variable names, comments, parameter names, and various string types.
Streamlined and efficient coding experience
To make the most of these enhancements, users can utilize familiar shortcuts such as “Find in Files” (Ctrl + Shift + F) and Quick Find (Ctrl + F). This streamlines the coding experience, making it more efficient for developers.
Accurate text matching for more relevant search results
One of the key features in this release is the upgrade to the original default code search function (Ctrl + T or Ctrl + ,). Microsoft has implemented “accurate text matching,” which allows users to obtain search results for items like comments and local variables that were not included in the previous version. This enhancement aims to boost productivity by providing more accurate and relevant search outcomes for developers navigating extensive codebases.
Improved plain text view
Alongside the revamped code search capabilities, Microsoft has introduced improvements to the plain text view. Users can now access functions such as “Match Case,” “Match Whole Word,” and “Use Regular Expressions” through buttons located on the far right of the search bar. These enhancements offer more flexibility and customization options for users when searching for specific text within their code.
Overall, the Visual Studio 2022 17.9 Preview 3 brings significant enhancements to the code search capabilities within the platform. With improved search functionalities and a more streamlined coding experience, developers can expect a more efficient workflow when working with Visual Studio.
