Elixir-Mode Guide

Elixir-Mode Guide

Elixir-Mode is a popular major mode for editing Elixir code in Emacs. It provides a rich set of features that enhance productivity and make coding in Elixir more enjoyable. This guide will walk you through the installation and usage of Elixir-Mode, as well as highlight some of its key features.

Installation

To install Elixir-Mode, follow these steps:

1. Ensure you have Emacs installed on your machine.
2. Open Emacs and navigate to the package installation manager (usually accessed by pressing `M-x package-list-packages`).
3. Search for `elixir-mode` and select it for installation.
4. Press `x` to execute the installation process.
5. Once the installation is complete, Elixir-Mode will be ready for use.

Usage

To use Elixir-Mode, simply open an Elixir file with Emacs. Elixir-Mode will automatically activate and provide the following features:

Syntax Highlighting

Elixir-Mode provides syntax highlighting for Elixir code, making it easier to read and understand.

Code Navigation

With Elixir-Mode, you can easily navigate through your code using keyboard shortcuts. For example:

• `M-.` - Jump to the definition of a function or module.
• `M-,` - Jump back to the previous location.

Code Completion

Elixir-Mode offers code completion capabilities, allowing you to quickly access function names, module attributes, and more.

Documentation Lookup

Through integration with Elixir's documentation, Elixir-Mode allows you to quickly look up documentation for functions, modules, and types.

Code Formatting

Elixir-Mode supports code formatting using Elixir's built-in formatter, making it easy to keep your code neat and consistent.

Testing Support

Elixir-Mode provides integration with Elixir's testing framework, ExUnit. You can run tests directly from within Emacs and view the test results.

Keybindings

Elixir-Mode assigns various keybindings to enhance your workflow. Here are some of the most commonly used ones:

• `C-c ,` - Compile the current buffer.
• `C-c C-t` - Run the tests for the current project.
• `C-c C-c` - Comment or uncomment the selected region.

For a complete list of keybindings, refer to the [Elixir-Mode Keybindings](Elixir-Mode_Keybindings) page.

Customization

Elixir-Mode is highly customizable to suit individual preferences. You can modify its behavior and appearance by configuring various options. For more information on customization, refer to the [Elixir-Mode Customization](Elixir-Mode_Customization) page.

Conclusion

Elixir-Mode is a powerful tool for editing Elixir code in Emacs. Its extensive feature set and ease of use make it a popular choice among Elixir developers. By following this guide, you should now be able to install, configure, and effectively use Elixir-Mode in your Elixir projects.

For more information and advanced usage, please refer to the [Elixir-Mode Manual](Elixir-Mode_Manual) and the [Elixir-Mode FAQ](Elixir-Mode_FAQ) pages.