Add Existing Java Beans to a JSF Configuration File

If you already have a Java bean you can easily add it to JSF configuration file.

You would start the same way you would create a new managed bean.

On the next screen, type in or browse for your existing Java class.

Once the class is set, it's Name will be set as well. You can always change the name.

Notice that Generate Source Code option is not available as the Java class already exists.

On the next screen you will see all attributes from this class. Check the ones you want to add ad managed attributes to JSF configuration file.

If you don't want to add any, just click finish.