Java Loop: for Loop
1. Definition
The 'for' loop in Java is used to execute a block of code a specific number of times. It is best
used when the number of iterations is known in advance.
2. Syntax
for (initialization; condition; update) {
// Code to be executed
}
3. Explanation
• Initialization: Initializes the loop counter variable.
• Condition: Evaluated before each iteration. If true, the loop runs.
• Update: Changes the loop variable after each iteration.
4. Example 1: Print numbers from 1 to 5
public class ForLoopExample1 {
public static void main(String[] args) {
for (int i = 1; i <= 5; i++) {
System.out.println(i);
}
}
}
5. Example 2: Sum of first 10 natural numbers
public class ForLoopExample2 {
public static void main(String[] args) {
int sum = 0;
for (int i = 1; i <= 10; i++) {
sum += i;
}
System.out.println("Sum: " + sum);
}
}