Searching Repository Elements

Learn how to search for text, regular expressions and UTF-8 symbols within the repository using the Find in Files function.

Note that only file contents are searched. File names are not included in the search.

1. Select menu Edit > Find in Files.
   The search window is opened.
   

   

2. Enter the characters to search for in Find.
3. Specify search options:
   • Match Case: The search is case-sensitive.
   • Match whole word: Search for the entire word.
   • Use regular expression: Search for regular expressions.

   • File type: Specify the file type to be searched, e.g. bpm or fa. 

     

     With the setting * all file types are searched.

4. Define the search scope:
   • Entire repository: Search within the entire repository.
   • Enclosing project: Perform the search only within the selected project.
   • Selected item: Limit the search to the selected elements.
5. Click Search.

You can also search by adapter parameters, for example, to display all adapters with a specific parameter.