Plugins in the MPLAB® X IDE

What is a Plugin?

A plugin is a code module or applet which adds functionality to MPLAB^® X IDE. These can enhance the capabilities of MPLAB X IDE. Plugins are distributed in files called NetBeans Modules (NBMs). Plugin files have the suffix .nbm. Many are developed or supported by Microchip. Others are provided by third parties.

Manage Plugins

Plugins are managed from the Plugins Window. From there you can:

• Install plugins supplied by Microchip
• Install plugins supplied by third parties
• View installed plugins
• Configure the settings of installed plugins
• Update installed plugins

Examples of Available Plugins

Among the plugins available for MPLAB X IDE are:

• Data Monitor and Control Interface (DMCI)
• Microchip Code Configurator (MCC)
• Application Launcher
• Code Profiler
• PC-lint

A comprehensive list of the plugins can be found in the Plugins Window. There you will see a list of all the available and installed plugins for your installation of MPLAB X IDE.

Install Plugins

• Install a Microchip Plugin
• Install a Third-Party Plugin

Run Plugins

• Running a Plugin