Python Dictionary fromkeys() Method
Example
Create a dictionary with 3 keys, all with the value 0:
x = ('key1', 'key2', 'key3')
y = 0
thisdict = dict.fromkeys(x, y)
print(thisdict)
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Definition and Usage
The fromkeys() method returns a dictionary
with the specified keys and the specified value.
Syntax
dict.fromkeys(keys, value)
Parameter Values
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| keys | Required. An iterable specifying the keys of the new dictionary |
| value | Optional. The value for all keys. Default value is None |
More Examples
Example
Same example as above, but without specifying the value:
x = ('key1', 'key2', 'key3')
thisdict = dict.fromkeys(x)
print(thisdict)
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