# Navigating to C/C++ declarations

The Open Declaration feature lets you navigate to the declaration that matches a selected element in the C/C++ editor. It is recommended that you look for element declarations on successfully compiled programs.

To navigate to C/C++ declaration:

1. In the C/C++ editor, select an object.
2. Right-click the selected element, select Open Declaration.

For more information, see:

- Workbench User Guide > Tasks> Navigating and finding resources

Open Declaration
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C/C++ search

Searching for C/C++ elements

C/C++ search page, Search dialog box