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title: "Java Request Defaults"
description: "Configure the JMeter Java Request Defaults configuration elements: properties, defaults, and practical usage notes for building reliable load tests."
url: https://docs.jmeter.ai/components/java-request-defaults/
lastUpdated: 2026-10-01
source: docs.jmeter.ai
---

# Java Request Defaults

*Part of the **Configuration Elements** category. Also documented in context in the [full Component Reference](/user-manual/component-reference/#java-request-defaults).*

![Java Request Defaults](/images/screenshots/java_defaults.png)

The Java Request Defaults component lets you set default values for Java testing.  See the [Java Request](/components/java-request/).

## Related

- [CSV Data Set & Parameterization](/topics/csv-data-set-config-guide/)
- [Thread Calculator](/tools/thread-calculator/)
- [Full Component Reference](/user-manual/component-reference/)
- [Functions and Variables](/user-manual/functions/)