Apidog requires a Java environment for certain advanced features, such as running custom scripts and executing automated tests with Java-based libraries. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing the Java Development Kit (JDK) on different operating systems.Prerequisites#
Before installing Java, ensure you have:Administrator or sudo access on your system
Knowledge of your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux)
Knowledge of your system architecture (x64, ARM, etc.)
Download and Install OpenJDK#
Amazon Corretto is recommended for optimal compatibility with Apidog:Alternatively, visit the AdoptOpenJDK website to choose another OpenJDK distribution.Apidog works best with Java 8 (JDK 8) or higher. Amazon Corretto 8 is recommended for stability and long-term support.
Install OpenJDK via Package Manager#
macOS#
It is recommended to use Homebrew to install OpenJDK. You need to install Homebrew first.After installation, you may need to add OpenJDK to your PATH. Follow the instructions displayed by Homebrew after installation.
Linux#
It is recommended to use the system's built-in package manager to install OpenJDK.For CentOS, Rocky Linux, RHEL, or Fedora:Most modern Linux distributions include OpenJDK in their default repositories, making installation straightforward.
Verify Installation#
Run java -version in the terminal. If the Java or OpenJDK version number can be displayed correctly, the installation is successful.openjdk version "1.8.0_xxx"
OpenJDK Runtime Environment (build 1.8.0_xxx)
OpenJDK 64-Bit Server VM (build 25.xxx, mixed mode)
Troubleshooting#
If the Java environment has been installed successfully but Apidog does not detect the Java environment, please try the following methods:Close Apidog and reopen it
Verify that Java is in your system PATH by running echo $PATH (macOS/Linux) or echo %PATH% (Windows)
If Apidog still cannot detect Java after restarting, ensure that the JAVA_HOME environment variable is properly configured on your system.
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