Eclipse: Can you format code on save?

Solution 1:

Under Preferences, choose Java --> Editor --> Save Actions. Check the Perform the selected actions on save, and check the Format source code box.

This may or may not be available in previous versions of Eclipse. I know it works in:

Version: 3.3.3.r33x_r20080129-_19UEl7Ezk_gXF1kouft<br>
Build id: M20080221-1800

Solution 2:

I strongly recommend checking your eclipse format xml descriptor into source control. That way all members of the team can use it and you don't get to and fro reformatting battles.

Solution 3:

I have a snapshot of the setting. Please follow the path:

In the Preferences window, choose Java --> Editor --> Save Actions.

Check the Perform the selected actions on save, and check the Format source code box.