How to Save a Python Project in PyCharm?

To save all changes in your PyCharm project, press Ctrl+S (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+S (macOS) or select File | Save All from the main menu.

Here's a more detailed explanation:

PyCharm, by default, has autosave enabled. This means changes you make to your code are generally saved automatically without explicitly needing to save. However, there are situations where you want to ensure all your changes are saved, especially before closing the project, committing changes to a version control system like Git, or performing certain refactoring operations.

Here's how you can save your project:

• Using Keyboard Shortcuts: This is the fastest and most common method.

  • Windows/Linux: Press Ctrl + S
  • macOS: Press Cmd + S

• Using the Menu: Navigate to the File menu in the top left corner of the PyCharm window and select Save All.

  • File -> Save All

• Understanding Autosave:

  • PyCharm's autosave feature usually saves changes automatically as you type or when the IDE loses focus.
  • While this helps prevent data loss, it's still good practice to manually save periodically, especially for larger projects.
  • You can configure the autosave behavior in PyCharm's settings (File -> Settings or PyCharm -> Preferences on macOS), under Editor -> General -> Auto Save.

• What gets saved?: Saving your project ensures the following are preserved:

  • Modified code in all opened files.
  • Project settings (e.g., run configurations, interpreter settings).
  • Any unsaved changes related to the project’s structure.

Therefore, using Ctrl+S (or Cmd+S on macOS) or selecting File | Save All is the most direct way to ensure all modifications in your PyCharm project are saved. Although PyCharm offers autosave, manually saving your project periodically remains a good practice.