# Hovers preferences

Use the Hovers preference panel to customize the C/C++ editor hover behavior.

Hovers Preference Options
Option | Description
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Enable editor problem annotation | When selected problems found will be highlighted in the editor.
Text Hover key modifier preferences | You can select hot-keys to enable alternate hover behavior. For example, a mouse over while pressing the <Ctrl> key will link to the element's source declaration.
Pressed key modifier while hovering | Enter a key modifier for the selected hover name.

Coding aids

Customizing the C/C++ editor

C/C++ editor preferences