How can I use tabs for indentation in IntelliJ IDEA?

Question

How can I use tabs instead of multiple spaces for indentation in IntelliJ IDEA 11.0?

I have \"Use tab character\" checked under \"Code Style\" > \"General\" > \

Answer 1

Have you tried .editorconfig? You can create this file in the root of your project and configure indentation for different file types. Your code will be automatically formatted. Here's the example:

# top-most EditorConfig file
root = true

# matches all files
[*]
indent_style = tab
indent_size = 4

# only json
[*.json]
indent_style = space
indent_size = 2

Answer 2

I have started using IntelliJ IDEA Community Edition version 12.1.3 and I found the setting in the following place: -

File > Other Settings > Default Settings > {choose from Code Style dropdown}

Answer 3

File > Settings > Editor > Code Style > Java > Tabs and Indents > Use tab character

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