How to replace reserved keywords in c# (similar to c++ macros)?

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I want to write simple macro in c#, to be more clear i just want to save some typing when testing (but want use snippets, cause they don't save space). Want to replace reserved keywords with shorter words Example in c++ (return sum):

#define r return
int foo(int i, int c){ r (i + c); }

So the point is to save same space and typing, is there something similar in c#?

If you're using Visual Studio, try typing "re" and then hit Tab. It'll save you typing (but not space). — Matthew Watson
– Matthew Watson, Commented Feb 28, 2014 at 9:02
No it's not possible duplicate this is different question with different needs — tonni
– tonni, Commented Feb 28, 2014 at 9:10
@tonni How is it any different? Just because you talk about return and not about Console.WriteLine? — sloth
– sloth, Commented Feb 28, 2014 at 9:12

Community · Accepted Answer · 2017-05-23 12:03:41Z

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C# does not support macros like C++. Visual Studio on the other hand has snippets

Check that question:

C# Macro definitions in Preprocessor

Macros in a different sense:

http://alookonthecode.blogspot.com.au/2011/06/macros-in-c.html

A Macro Preprocessor in C#

http://www.codeproject.com/Articles/10049/A-Macro-Preprocessor-in-C

edited May 23, 2017 at 12:03

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answered Feb 28, 2014 at 9:01

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tonni Over a year ago

Snippet have to be written outside of code .... i want to do it in code with something like dictionary or else

tonni Over a year ago

thnx for effort but this don't change reserved keyword it is something like refactory

Rami Over a year ago

In that case you need to write your own preprosessor. Check that codeproject article codeproject.com/Articles/10049/A-Macro-Preprocessor-in-C

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