Attach the Java Source Code

Question

I cannot for the life of me attach the java source code to eclipse so I can see the inner workings of the language. Not even something as simple as the String Class.

Answer 1

Answer For Eclipse 2019 With ScreenShots

• Step 1: Window -> Preferences -> Java -> Installed JREs

• Step 2: Select Currently used JRE, now Edit option will get enabled, Click on edit option

• Step 3: Select rt.jar from JRE systems library, click on corresponding drop down to expand

• Step 4: Select Source attachment none, Click on Source Attachment Button, Source attachment configuration window will appear, Select external location

• Step 5: Select src.zip file from jdk folder, say ok ok finish