# Java Compiler page

The options in this page indicate the compiler settings for a Java project.
You can reach this page through

- the Java Compiler property page (File > Properties > Java Compiler) from the context menu on a created project or the File menu

A project can either reuse workspace default settings or use its own custom settings.

Option | Description
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Use workspace settings | Default mode indicating that the project is using the global workspace settings. When selected, it allows to open the page for configuring the workspace compiler preferences.
Use project settings | Once selected, compiler settings can be configured for this project. All compiler preferences can be customized. At any time, it is possible to revert to workspace defaults, by using the button Restore Defaults.

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