Compiling a JSP Source File

Although there are some differences, the compilation of a JSP source file proceeds in much the same way as other file types in the IDE. The main difference is that the compilation of a JSP source file involves a preliminary phase where the JSP source file (.jsp) is translated into a servlet source file (.java). The servlet source file is then compiled into a .class file like any other Java program.

The following are the minimal instructions for compiling a JSP source file. For complete information on compiling files in the IDE, including choosing a compiler and configuring it, see Compiling Programs.

To compile a JSP file:

  1. In the Explorer, click the Filesystems tab, and locate your JSP file.
  2. From the main menu, select Build and choose Compile.

    The status bar of the main window indicates the outcome of the compilation step. If the file compiles successfully, the status line indicates Finished.

Note By default, error pages and other JSP pages referenced using <jsp:useBean>, <jsp:include>, or <jsp:forward> are compiled automatically with the main JSP file. To change that default setting, select Tools and choose Options. Click the JSP node, and in the properties sheet, set the Also Compile Error Page and Also Compile Incl. and Forw. combo boxes to False.

JavaBeans components referenced by your JSP source file are also compiled automatically with the JSP file. This feature is not settable.
See also
Creating a JSP or Servlet File
Editing a JSP or Servlet File
Running a JSP or Servlet File

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