IntelliJ EAP中「Import Maven projects automatically」复选框消失，如何恢复？

Hey there! I’ve dealt with this exact frustration after upgrading to an IntelliJ EAP build—those setting rearrangements can be tricky. Don’t worry, the auto-import functionality is still there, it just moved to a new spot. Here’s how to get it back:

Method 1: Enable via Settings #

1. Open the Settings window: Use Ctrl+Alt+S (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+, (Mac), or go to File → Settings.
2. Navigate to Build, Execution, Deployment → Build Tools → Maven → Importing.
3. Look for the option labeled "Automatically reload projects after changes in the build scripts"—this is the replacement for the old "Import Maven projects automatically" checkbox. Check this box, and IntelliJ will now auto-reload your Maven project whenever you modify pom.xml or other build scripts.

Method 2: Quick Toggle from Maven Tool Window #

If you prefer a faster way:

• Open the Maven tool window (usually on the right side of the IDE).
• Click the small dropdown arrow next to the refresh icon (circular arrow).
• Select "Auto-Reload Enabled" from the menu. This will turn on auto-import instantly.

Bonus: Fix Potential Cache Issues #

If the setting still doesn’t show up or doesn’t work, it might be a cache glitch common in EAP builds:

1. Go to File → Invalidate Caches....
2. Select "Invalidate and Restart" from the popup. This clears IntelliJ’s cached settings and often resolves weird UI/setting bugs in preview builds.

That should get your Maven auto-import working just like before. Let me know if you run into any hiccups!

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