convert-local-function-method.md

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Convert a local function to a method	Learn how to use the Quick Actions and Refactorings menu to convert a local function to a method.	02/19/2019	reference	mikadumont	midumont	mijacobs	general-ide

Convert a local function to a method

This refactoring applies to:

• C#

What: Convert a local function to a method.

When: You have a local function that you want to define outside your current local context.

Why: You want to convert a local function into a method so that you can call it outside your local context. You might want to convert to a method when your local function is getting too long. When you define the function in a separate method, your code is easier to read.

Convert local function to method refactoring

1. Place your cursor in the local function.

   

2. Press Ctrl+. to trigger the Quick Actions and Refactorings menu.

   

3. Press Enter to accept the refactoring.

   

See also

• Refactoring
• Productivity features