Frequent Question: How Do I Find the Path to Java in Linux?
Contents

How do I find my java path in Linux?

Linux

  1. Check if JAVA_HOME is already set , Open Console. …
  2. Make sure you have installed Java already.
  3. Execute: vi ~/.bashrc OR vi ~/.bash_profile.
  4. add line : export JAVA_HOME=/usr/java/jre1.8.0_04.
  5. save the file.
  6. source ~/.bashrc OR source ~/.bash_profile.
  7. Execute : echo $JAVA_HOME.
  8. Output should print the path.

How do I find my java path?

Verify JAVA_HOME

  1. Open a Command Prompt window (Win⊞ + R, type cmd, hit Enter).
  2. Enter the command echo %JAVA_HOME% . This should output the path to your Java installation folder. If it doesn’t, your JAVA_HOME variable was not set correctly.
Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

Share this article
Twitter Facebook Pinterest