What are import statements in Java?

What are import statements in Java?

Import statements in Java are used to bring other classes or entire packages into visibility, allowing you to use them in your code.

Can you give me an example of an import statement?

Sure! An example of an import statement is: import java.util.List; which imports the List interface from the java.util package.

Why do I need to use import statements?

You need import statements to access classes and interfaces that are not in the same package as your current class, promoting code reusability.

What happens if I don't use an import statement?

If you don't use an import statement for a class that is not in the same package, you'll get a compilation error stating that the class cannot be found.