Fixing a problem in Eclipse

Question

I have this problem with my Eclipse:

When I create a new type and I write "." after it's name to get all the methods that relate to it, nothing happens.

For example:

int[] exmp= new int [5];
exmp.?

I don't get any of the methods that relate to array.

Another example:

Public class Example{
 private int example;
 this.?

I don't get an automatic completion for this.example

Does somenoe know how to fix it? Thank you.

• Sean: Check this question to see if it helps. stackoverflow.com/questions/5373993/… you can also use ctrl+space to open the menu
• Unknown user: I'll be happy to hear an explanation for the close voting.
• Joseph: What eclipse are you using? Also, if you type "exmp." then hit ctrl+ space, does it show up?
• Unknown user: @ Joseph: I use Helios Service Release 2, And no, It does not show up/

Answer 1

Excerpt from this helpful link. This fixed it for me about 2 hours ago.

Configure Eclipse’s content assist, go "Preferences>Java>Editor>Content Assist>Advanced". Make sure "Other Java Proposals" is ticked

Answer 2

Perhaps related to the build path. I've tried this after changing the location of my android sdk. My project properties/Libraries was still pointing to the wrong location. Editing it with the correct path fixed it.

Answer 3

Have you got your Auto Activation settings turned on?

You need to make sure that the "." character is present - I normally enter all letters on the keyboard so I get content assist quickly. You can see it in the "Auto activation triggers for Java" box below:

Answer 4

Are you using the Java editor? It sounds like you are just using Eclipse text editor. Try saving the file as *.java and reopening. That should make sure you are using the right editor.