Multi-Catch Block in Java | Handle Multiple Exceptions | Java 7 Feature Explained

Published: 10 January 2026
on channel: ShashCode

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Lecture Resources
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In this lecture, we will understand the Multi-Catch Block in Java, a feature introduced in Java 7 that allows handling multiple exceptions using a single catch block.

This helps reduce duplicate code and makes exception handling cleaner and more readable.

Topics covered in this video:

What is Multi-Catch Block in Java?

Why multi-catch was introduced in Java 7

Syntax of multi-catch (| operator)

Handling multiple exceptions in the same way

Order of catch blocks in Java

Why child exceptions must be caught before parent exceptions

Compile-time error due to unreachable catch blocks

Best practices for writing multiple catch blocks

With clear examples and step-by-step explanation, this lecture will help you write better exception handling code and avoid common Java mistakes.

This video is part of my Java + DSA course by ShashCode, built for:

Java beginners

College students

Placement & interview preparation

Strong Core Java fundamentals

👉 Watch till the end to clearly understand exception hierarchy and catch block ordering, a very common interview concept.

Timestamp:
0:00 - Multi Catch Block
2:09 - Code for multi try catch block
5:27 - Outro

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