Use pattern matching

Applies to: Visual Studio Visual Studio for Mac Visual Studio Code

This refactoring applies to:

• C#

What: Use pattern matching.

When: You want to use the new C# pattern matching capabilities.

Why: This refactoring will make your code more clear and concise.

How-to

1. Place your caret inside the statement.

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

3. Select Use pattern matching.

   

See also

• Refactoring