Ensure your (the standard JDK) is at least version 11 or later.
Choose the version that matches your JDK (e.g., JavaFX 21 for JDK 21). javafx sdk download intellij
Select your OS (Windows, macOS, or Linux) and architecture (x64 or aarch64/Apple Silicon). Type: Ensure you download the SDK type, not "jmods". Ensure your (the standard JDK) is at least
Select a build system (Maven or Gradle are recommended for easier dependency management). 3. Add JavaFX as a Library Type: Ensure you download the SDK type, not "jmods"
Unzip the downloaded folder to a permanent location, such as C:\Program Files\JavaFX\ on Windows or /Library/JavaFX/ on macOS. 2. Create a New Project in IntelliJ
If you are not using a build tool like Maven, you must manually link the SDK libraries: How to Set Up JavaFX in IntelliJ IDEA | Step-by-Step Guide
If you haven't already created a project, use the built-in generator: Open IntelliJ IDEA and select . Choose JavaFX from the left-hand generators list.