Java final Keyword

Java Keywords : Set a variable to final, to prevent it from being overridden/modified

Definition and Usage

The final keyword is a non-access modifier used for classes, attributes and methods, which makes them non-changeable (impossible to inherit or override).

The final keyword is useful when you want a variable to always store the same value, like PI (3.14159...).

The final keyword is called a "modifier". You will learn more about these in the Java Modifiers Chapter.

Related Pages

Read more about attributes our Java Class Attributes Tutorial.