Static Methods

What are Static Methods?

Static methods in Java belong to the class rather than any specific instance of the class. They can be called without creating an object of the class. Static methods are commonly used for utility or helper functions that perform tasks not dependent on object state.

• Characteristics:
  • Belong to the class, not to any object instance.
  • Can access other static members (variables or methods) directly.
  • Cannot directly access non-static (instance) members.