Adding methods to Java classes and interfaces

In UML visualization, you can add a method to a Java class or interface.

To add a method to a Java class or interface:

1. In the diagram editor, right-click a Java class or interface; then click Add Java > Method.

2. In the Create Java Method wizard, in the Name field, type a name for the new method.

3. To make the method a constructor, select the Constructor check box.

4. To throw exceptions, in the Throws field, enter an exception.

5. Under Type and Dimensions, click a method return type and specify dimensions.

6. Under Visibility, click a visibility style.

7. Under Modifiers, click modifiers.

8. Under Parameters, click a parameter type, type a name, and specify dimensions.

9. Click Finish.

Note: You can also use the action bar to add methods to Java classes and interfaces.

 

Parent topic

Designing Java elements

 

Related concepts

Class diagrams

 

Related tasks

Modifying Java classes or interfaces
Adding fields to Java classes and interfaces
Creating extends relationships between Java classes
Creating implements relationships between Java classes and interfaces