When an applet is loaded, a sequence of actions, defined by the applet lifecycle, is initiated by the Java runtime environment. Here's a step-by-step description of what happens:
Applet Class Loading: The class files of the applet are loaded by the Java runtime environment. This includes the main applet class that extends java.applet.Applet or javax.swing.JApplet if Swing components are used[1][2][4][6][8][9][10][12][13][14][16].
Applet Instance Creation: An instance of the applet's class is created. This is the point where the applet's constructor is called if it has one[4][6][8][9][10][12][13][14][16].
Initialization with init() Method: The init() method of the applet is called next. This method is designed for one-time initialization tasks that do not require the applet to be active or interactive. It is typically used to set up the user interface components and load resources like images or fonts[1][2][4][6][8][9][10][12][13][14][16].
Starting with start() Method: After init(), the start() method is called. This method is called every time the applet is started or restarted, such as when a user returns to a web page containing the applet after having left it. The start() method is where the applet's execution begins, and it is often used to start animations or threads[1][2][4][6][8][9][10][12][13][14][16].
Applet Becomes Interactive: At this point, the applet is considered to be running and can interact with the user. It can respond to user inputs and perform its intended functions[4][6][8][9][10][12][13][14][16].
Displaying Content with paint() Method: The paint() method may be called after the applet is started, especially if the applet performs any drawing operations. This method...
