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Top 5 Android Studio Plugins
There are many ways to become a more productive developer. Multiple things require work upfront but are worth it in the long run.
Look at these 5 plugins, why you should use them, and how they work!
To install plugins open: File > Settings > Plugins > Marketplace.
1. Kotlin Fill Class
It's a fantastic plugin that makes development much more satisfying and faster. With it, you can fill classes and functions on the fly. I can't imagine going back to working without it!
You've to hit alt + enter and type fill or search for it. Additionally, it'll present a preview of the filled function.
You're also then able to fill these yourself by tapping tab like you'd typically do with other features in IDE.
2. ADB Idea
ADB Idea is a build-on for ADB that you can run by popup:
Interestingly, you can add shortcuts to these actions, which is only available with the plugin (unless you spend a lot of time configuring it properly).
3. Android Drawable Preview
It's easy to get lost in the drawable directory, especially in big projects. With Android Drawable Preview, you won't get lost again, as it displays small previews of all the icons inside the directory:
If you're using a low-end computer, skipping this one might be a good idea because it needs additional memory and PCU power to render these icons. It's worth testing before giving it up, tho.
4. Key Promotex X
It's a plugin that displays a notification in IDE saying how you could've used a shortcut instead of clicking with the mouse:
It also suggests adding shortcuts for frequently used actions that currently don't have any shortcuts.
5. IdeaVim
As the name suggests, it's Vim in Android Studio. You're able to configure it to your liking with .ideavimrc file in your home directory like you would with .vimrc
If you've ever studied or used Linux, you must've encountered Vim at some point. It's worth using these skills in your day-to-day development. Additionally, if you ever need to use a different IDE or change your career path, you won't have to learn all the shortcuts again, as there is always a plugin for Vim.
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