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Core idea
What is the main idea behind Java String startsWith() Method?
Lesson checks
Practice each idea before moving on
Short Mimo-style checks built from this lesson's code, terms, and sequence.
1Quick choice
Which statement best captures the main point of this lesson?
2Fill blank
Complete the missing token from the example code.
___ myStr = "Hello";3Order
Put the learning moves in the order that makes the concept easiest to apply.
The startsWith() method checks whether a string starts with the specified character(s).
Definition and Usage
Java String startsWith() Method
❮ String Methods
Example
String myStr = "Hello";
System.out.println(myStr.startsWith("Hel")); // true
System.out.println(myStr.startsWith("llo")); // false
System.out.println(myStr.startsWith("o")); // falseDefinition and Usage
The startsWith() method checks whether a string starts with the specified character(s).
Tip
Use the endsWith() method to check whether a string ends with the specified character(s).
Syntax
public boolean startsWith(String
chars )Parameter Values
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| chars | A String , representing the character(s) to check for |
Technical Details
| Returns: | A boolean value: true - if the string starts with the specified character(s) false - if the string does not start with the specified character(s) |
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- true - if the string starts with the specified character(s)
- false - if the string does not start with the specified character(s)