Creating a makefile

If you have created a Standard Make C/C++ Project, you need to provide a makefile.

When you build a project, output from make is displayed in the Console view. Makefile actions are displayed in the Make Targets view.

To create a makefile:

1. In the Project Explorer view, right-click a project, and select New > File.
   
2. In the File name box, type makefile.
3. In the list of projects, verify that the correct project is selected.
4. Click Finish.
   
5. The editor opens. Type makefile instructions in the editor.
   
6. Click File > Save.

Makefile
Working with project files

Displaying file structure in the Project Explorer view

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