How do I find a specific table in my EDMX model quickly?

c# vb.net entity-framework-4 edmx edmx-designer
monkeymindllc picture monkeymindllc · Oct 4, 2012 · Viewed 21.9k times · Source

I was wondering if anyone knows a quicker way to find a table in the EDMX model than just scrolling through the diagram and looking for the thing. Our database has around 50 tables in it and when I'm looking for a specific one it's just a chore to see where VS put the thing.

I'm using VS 2010 for the purpose of this question.

Thank you in advance.

Answer

Bob Horn picture Bob Horn · Oct 4, 2012

Click in an open area of the designer:

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Go to the Properties tab:

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In the dropdown box at the top, select your table. You should then see it highlighted in the designer.

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