Can I add a C# class in visual studio as resource so I can add to new projects conveniently?

Question

I create various samples with WPF where I always need to add the same base class for MVVM classes. I always have to go to one of the older projects, find that and add to new project.

Is there a way I can add this to visual studio as reusable component so whenever I need it in a new project, I can just add that? It would just ac# class.

Ideally it would be an option of reusable components in the menu below when I am adding something new to project but if there is any other way would do!

I am using Visual Studio 2019.

Answer 1

I would just create a class library and share that. Or you could create a project template that has the files you need.

Answer 2

Simply write the class then export as item template... Let you want to add Hello World! class in your every project.

Go to File->Export Template->Item Template... Then select your class to export....

Now whenever you want to add this class to your project click add new item.

Answer 3

You can use Serialization and deserialization of classes

serialization

Answer 4

There is handy plugin: Add New File .

Usage:

Shift + F2 , name new file with .cs extension and class will be created.