Type hints

To increase code readability, CLion provides type hints in the editor inlined with your code. For example, type hints are shown for deduced types:

Also, the hints are present for auto variables and structured bindings:

Another example is lambda return types:

Watch this video to learn more about parameter hints and type hints:

Type hints are enabled by default. To hide them, use one of the following options:

Go to Settings/Preferences | Editor | Inlay Hints | C/C++ and clear the Show type hints checkbox to hide all the type hints or a particular checkbox to hide only some of them.
Hints for Obvious types are disabled by default to reduce clutter.
In the editor, right-click a hint and select the option from the context menu:

Last modified: 21 January 2022