Args in Eclipse

When you run a Java Application in Eclipse, Eclipse constructs and executes the java command line behind the scenes.

You can pass command line arguments without switching to a terminal from Eclipse.

  • With your class selected go to the Run Configurations dialog either from the Run menu at the top of Eclipse, or by right-clicking on your class and going to the Run As... submenu.

Run Menu

Run As Menu

  • In the Run Configurations dialog go to the Arguments tab.

Run Configuration

  • Add your arguments to the Program arguments text box one per line, or separated by at least one space character.

Arguments

  • Click Run

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