Reference for Processing version 1.0+. If you have a previous version, use the reference included with your software. If you see any errors or have any comments, let us know.
Class
String
Name
equals()
Examples
String str1 = "CCCP";
String str2 = "CCCP";
// Tests to see if str1 is equal to str2
if(str1.equals(str2) == true) {
println("Equal"); // They are equal so this line will print
} else {
println("Not equal");
}
Description
Compares two strings to see if they are the same. This method is necessary because it's not possible to compare strings using the equality operator (==). Returns true if the strings are the same and false if they are not.
Syntax
str.equals(str)
Parameters
str
String: any variable of type String
str
String: any valid String
Returns
Boolean
Usage
Web & Application
Updated on November 22, 2008 08:39:25pm PST
Processing was initiated by Ben Fry and Casey Reas. It is developed by a small team of volunteers.