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> For new projects, it is highly recommended to use [Gradle-based setup](getting_started.md).
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This section explains how you can create a new plugin project from scratch using the New Project wizard.
Optionally, you can import an existing project or import a project from external models.
You can also add a new plugin module to the current IntelliJ Platform project.
For more information, refer to the [IntelliJ IDEA Web Help](https://www.jetbrains.com/idea/help/new-project-wizard.html).
### Creating an IntelliJ Platform Plugin Project
> Make sure to [](setting_up_environment.md) before proceeding.
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* On the main menu, choose File | New | Project.
The New Project wizard starts.

* Select IntelliJ Platform Plugin project type.
* Click Next button.
* Set the desired project name.
* Click Finish to generate project structure files.
* Go to File | Project Structure to customize project settings if required.
### Creating an IntelliJ Platform Plugin Module
* Select File | New | Module and choose the IntelliJ Platform Plugin module type.

* Enter your desired plugin name.
* Go to File | Project Structure and select the newly created *IntelliJ Platform SDK* as the default SDK for the plugin module:

### Adding Code to the Project
Before running the new project, add some code to provide simple functionality.
See the [](working_with_custom_actions.md) tutorial for step-by-step instructions for adding a menu action.