Mastering Java Array Sort in Descending Order

Summary: Learn how to efficiently sort an array in descending order in Java. Follow this guide and level up your Java programming skills.
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Mastering Java Array Sort in Descending Order

Sorting arrays is a fundamental task in Java programming, often required in various applications and functionalities. While sorting in ascending order is fairly straightforward, arranging an array in descending order requires a couple of additional steps. In this guide, we'll delve into the methods for sorting arrays in descending order in Java.

Java's Arrays class provides a sort() method which can be paired with a custom comparator to achieve sorting in descending order. Let's walk through the process:

Step-by-Step Implementation

Convert the Array to a List:
This step makes it easier to use a custom comparator.

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Print the Sorted Array:

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After running this code, the array will be sorted in descending order: [7, 5, 3, 2, 1].

Explanation

If you need to sort a primitive array like int[], there is an extra step involved. Here's how:

Step-by-Step Implementation

Convert Array to Wrapper Class:

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Sort the Array:

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Convert Back to Primitive Array (if needed):

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Print the Sorted Array:

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This sorts the int[] in descending order and outputs: [7, 5, 3, 2, 1].

Custom Comparator

Step-by-Step Implementation

Define the Custom Comparator:

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Sort the Array Using the Custom Comparator:

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Print the Sorted Array:

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This will also provide the sorted array: [7, 5, 3, 2, 1].

Conclusion

By mastering these techniques, you can ensure that your Java code is both effective and easy to maintain.