How do I add a shortcut key to Eclipse 3.2 Java plug-in to build the current project?

Question

One of the few annoying things about the Eclipse Java plug-in is the absence of a keyboard shortcut to build the project associated with the current resource. Anyone know how to go about it?

Answer 1

In the Preferences dialog box, under the General section is a dialog box called "Keys". This lets you attach key bindings to many events, including Build Project.

Answer 2

You can assign a keyboard binding to Build Project doing the following

1. Open up the Keys preferences, Window> Preferences >General>Keys
2. Filter by type Build Project
3. Highlight the binding field.

You can then choose the binding you want

i.e. Ctrl+ALt+B, P,

Answer 3

I believe Ctrl+B is already configured for this by default. Just need to have an edit window with focus.