intellij idea - Adding custom code generator -

when work types of files, such as: java file, html file or jasmine test file can generate useful code snippets using code > generate option, example:

• if working java file code > generate allows me insert getter, setter, constructor etc
• if working html file code > generate allows me insert xml tag
• if working jasmine text file code > generate allows me insert scaffolding of test suit or singe test case

i wondering if (and how) can add own 'generator'. know can use live templates, fact code > generate gives me quick list of available generators.

yes, can writing intellij plugin , extending class:

com.intellij.openapi.actionsystem.action 

if create intellij plugin project (just google intellij plugin developmentfor information on how started), hit alt-enter somewhere in project source tree , select action, dialog allows configure action should appear.

you want place in relation action exists, example right below it. in case - have @ menu group named generategroup (generate).

once action defined in manner in plugin.xml, build , run plugin in sandbox.

now, when action triggered, anactionevent fired contains references necessary information need (current project, file, position of cursor within file, psi tree, etc).

try working far , come specific questions.

good luck!