Create a code snippet

In this topic, you learn how to create a code snippet that you can reuse in other tools.

Prerequisites

In the cockpit, select the Code Snippets tool.

Result: A table of existing code snippets is shown.
Select Create.

Result: The Create Snippet dialog opens.
In Name, enter a meaningful name for the code snippet.
In Grouping, select a grouping for the snippet to belong to. Alternatively define a new grouping by entering your desired grouping name.
Select Create.

Result: You start in the General tab of the code snippet.
In Description, enter a meaningful description for the code snippet.
In Package, assign a development package of artifacts to the code snippet.
To make your code snippet available in the App Designer and/or Script Editor, select Use in App Designer and/or Use in Script Editor.

In the App Designer and in the Script Editor, you find your created code snippets under Custom when you try to insert a new code snippet.
Select the Editor tab.
Input your code here.

To import existing code into the editor, select Import. The file must be in .planet9 format.
Select Save. Result: Your code snippet is saved with the current settings and is added to the library in the App Designer and in the Script Editor.

You have created a code snippet that can be used in the App Designer and/or Script Editor.