# Makefile Project - Builder Settings page

You can define build settings on the Builder Settings page of the Makefile Project preference panel in the Preferences window.

Makefile Project - Builder Settings options
Builder type | Select the type of builder used by the project.
Use default build command | Select this checkbox to use the default make command. Clear the check box to specify a new make command.
Build command | If you clear the Use default build command checkbox type a new make command in this field.
Generate Makefiles automatically | Activate to generate makefiles automatically during a build operation.
Expand Env. Variable Refs in Makefiles | Activate to expand environment variable references in the generated makefile.
Build directory | Type the build directory path, or click Workspace, File system, or Variables to specify the build directory.

Build overview

Defining build settings

New CDT Project Wizard