Replacing a local variable with a query

To replace a local variable with a query:

• In the Java editor, select the expression with which the local variable is initiated
• Invoke the Extract Method refactoring by either:
• Selecting Refactor > Extract Method from the editor's pop-up menu or
• Selecting Refactor > Extract Method from the menu bar
• Perform the Extract Method refactoring
• Select the local variable (or a reference to it)
• Invoke the Inline Local Variable by either:
• Selecting Refactor > Inline Local Variable from the editor's pop-up menu or
• Selecting Refactor > Inline Local Variable from the menu bar
• Perform the Inline Local Variable refactoring

Java development tools (JDT)

Extracting a method

Inlining a local variable

Refactoring actions
Refactoring wizard
Refactoring preferences