I already knew about copying the current file path to the clipboard by using Shift+Cmd+C . The problem with this approach is that it copies the absolute path, for example, /Users/arturo/src/cool_project/lib/module/my_file.rb. This is not ideal if you are planning on sending this path to someone else or for some document you are writing.

A better option is to use RubyMine’s Action Copy Reference which by default is bound to Shift+Alt+Cmd+C. This copies the current file path relative to the project, for example, lib/module/my_file.rb

To summarize:

Copy Paths Action

• Default shortcut: Shift+Cmd+C
• Example text to clipboard: /Users/arturo/src/cool_project/lib/module/my_file.rb

Copy Reference Action

• Default shortcut: Shift+Alt+Cmd+C
• Example text to clipboard: lib/module/my_file.rb

Thanks to Jordan N. for the tip!