Java Hints Preferences

Follow the steps given below to setup the custom hints preferences:

1. Install NetBeans.
2. Configure your Java formatting preferences in NetBeans:
   Menu: Tools | Options | Editor | Hints
   In the "Language" drop-down: Choose "Java"
3. Press "Export" button (lower left corner)

4. Set the jdk.hints.preferences setting in VS Code:
   In VS Code, open the "Command Palette" (Ctrl+Shift+P)
   Type "Preferences: Open User Settings (JSON)"
   Set the following property: \

   "jdk.hints.preferences": "PATH_TO_EXPORTED_NETBEANS_HINTS_PREFERENCES_XML"

Your custom Java hint preferences should now be honoured by the "Oracle Java" extension in VS Code.

While it may not be the perfect solution, performing this task should be a one-time requirement, unless you find yourself regularly adjusting your hints preferences.