The IDE's modular architecture makes it possible for you to extend the IDE with your own modules. You can use the New Module wizard to create a code outline for a new IDE module, including basic code for working with a new file type and for adding a new menu or toolbar item.
To create a new module:
The classes generated by the wizard are dependent on classes in this JAR file. When you mount the JAR file, it becomes a part of the IDE's classpath.
This installs the module in the IDE. If you need to make corrections in the code, you can repeat this step without having to uninstall the module. If you restart the IDE, the module remains installed and you can continue working with it.
If you would like to learn more about the Open APIs, which are used in module creation, visit http://openide.netbeans.org/ to browse or download the documentation.
The New Module wizard's API support is limited. The Open APIs Support module provides more thorough support for module authors and includes the API documentation. You can learn more about this module by visiting http://apisupport.netbeans.org/. Or you can install the module through the Update Center.
To install the Open APIs Support module:
You are then prompted with the license. Once you click Accept, the module starts downloading. Then you can verify digital signatures and have the module installed.
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