Java 7 New Feature String datatype in Switch case

Question

Is there any need to Override equals() method to used String datatype in Switch case

You can't even override any methods in String. String is final. — DanneJ
– DanneJ, Commented Mar 13, 2013 at 9:05

NPE · Accepted Answer · 2013-03-13 09:05:48Z

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Not only you don't need to do this, you simply can't (String is final).

answered Mar 13, 2013 at 9:05

NPE

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Sam R. · Accepted Answer · 2013-03-13 09:10:38Z

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If your intention is to use String in your Switch statement then it's better to use ENUM TYPE

answered Mar 13, 2013 at 9:10

Sam R.

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