# Makefile Project - Builder Settings page

Use the Builder Settings page in the Makefile Projects preference panel to define build settings.

Makefile Project - Builder Settings options
Option | Description
--- | ---
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 Project Build settings

New CDT Project Wizard