The visual editor for Java™ supports
the creation and development of Rich Client Platform (RCP) views.
Before you begin
Before you can create a Java visual
class, you must create a Java project
or plug-in project where you can place the visual class. A plug-in
project that is enabled for Rich Client Platform (RCP) application
development is required if you want to create a RCP view or editor.
About this task
An RCP view is a class that extends org.eclipse.ui.part.ViewPart.
You can use the New Java Visual
Class wizard to quickly create a new visual class that extends ViewPart.
The wizard creates the ViewPart and adds an SWT composite as the default
container. You can then use the SWT controls and containers to design
the contents of the view.
Tip: The visual editor uses
your workbench preferences for View tab position (top or bottom) and
tab style (traditional or non-traditional) during design and when
you run the view as a Java bean.
To
create an RCP view:
Procedure
- Complete the steps for Creating a new Java visual class,
specifying RCP View in the Style list. The new Java class
opens in the visual editor showing the ViewPart with a composite.
- Use the SWT controls and containers to design the contents
of the view.
What to do next
You can test the view independently by running it as a Java bean ().
To incorporate the view into your plug-in, you
need to register the view as an extension point in your project and
include it in the proper perspective to display correctly as part
of the RCP application.