Overriding a Method

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Class Outline displays all the methods that a class inherits from its superclass as well as from the other classes in the inheritance hierarchy. Using Class Outline, you can quickly add a definition to override an inherited method.

Note   You cannot override a method that is marked as static or final.

To override an inherited method

  1. In Class Outline, expand the Inherited Members node of the class. This node displays both methods and member variables; however, only methods can be overridden.

  2. Right-click the method that you want to override. On the shortcut menu, click Override method.

  3. A declaration for the method is inserted into the .java file, where you can add your implementation.