9.6 - Deleting a File
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What method do you use to delete a file in Java?
💡 Hint: Think about what the purpose of the File class is.
What will happen if you try to delete a file that doesn't exist?
💡 Hint: Remember the return value of delete() when the file isn't there.
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What does the delete() method return if the file is successfully deleted?
💡 Hint: Think about what indicates success.
True or False: The delete() method can delete directories.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of deleting something that has contents.
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Create a Java program that deletes a file and handles potential exceptions gracefully. Include a user prompt to let them know if the file was found or not.
💡 Hint: Start with a Scanner to get user input.
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