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plugins id 'idea' idea module downloadJavadoc = true downloadSources = true ``` **Kotlin (`build.gradle.kts`):** ```kotlin plugins idea idea module isDownloadJavadoc = true isDownloadSources = true ``` After adding this, sync your project by clicking the **Gradle Sync** icon. ### **Method 3: On-Demand Manual Download** If you only need documentation for a specific library, you can download it manually within the editor: * **Editor Hover:** Hover over a symbol or method. In the popup, click the **Download documentation** link. * **Project Structure:** Open **File | Project Structure | Libraries**. Select the library, click **Edit**, and choose **Download Javadocs**. ### **How to View Documentation Once Downloaded** Once the documentation is successfully attached, you can access it instantly: * **Quick Documentation:** Press `Ctrl+Q` (Windows/Linux) or `F1`/`Cmd+J` (macOS) while your cursor is on a class or method. * **External Browser:** If the library provides it, you can often click the **View External Documentation** icon in the Quick Doc popup to open the full manual in your default browser. ### **Troubleshooting Tips** * **Gradle Wrapper:** Ensure you are using the [Gradle Wrapper](https://www.jetbrains.com/help/idea/gradle-settings.html) (`gradle-wrapper.properties`) to ensure consistency between your local environment and the IDE's build process. * **Refresh Dependencies:** If documentation is missing, try running the Gradle command `./gradlew build --refresh-dependencies` from the terminal to force a re-fetch of all artifacts. Use code with caution. IntelliJ IDEA Gradle download javadoc - Stack Overflow

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Add the following block to your build.gradle (Groovy) or build.gradle.kts (Kotlin) file: intellij gradle download documentation

If the IDE settings aren't sufficient or you want to ensure everyone on your team has documentation downloaded automatically, you can configure the Gradle IDEA Plugin . plugins id 'idea' idea module downloadJavadoc = true

Once enabled, click in the Gradle tool window to trigger the download for existing dependencies. * **Project Structure:** Open **File | Project Structure