You can define build settings on the Builder Settings page of the Makefile Project preference panel in the Preferences window.

| Builder type | Select the type of builder used by the project. |
| Use default build command | Select this checkbox to use the default make command. Clear the check box to specify a new make command. |
| Build command | If you clear the Use default build command checkbox type a new make command in this field. |
| Generate Makefiles automatically | Activate to generate makefiles automatically during a build operation. |
| Expand Env. Variable Refs in Makefiles | Activate to expand environment variable references in the generated makefile. |
| Build directory | Type the build directory path, or click Workspace, File system, or Variables to specify the build directory. |
Defining Project Build settings