MCSR Launcher Java update guide

mcsrlauncher-java-update-guide.md

How to Update Java with MCSR Launcher

Use this image as a rough guide for the following steps.

1. In the top toolbar, select Settings.
2. In the window that opens, go to Java on the left toolbar.
3. Click Change:
   • A window will pop up showing available Java versions.
   • Look at the left column (Version). You're looking for a version where the first number is between 17 and 22 (inclusive).
   • If such a version exists, select it.
4. If no suitable version is available:
   • In the opened window, go to Download Java.
   • Select Java 21 and click Install Java.
   • Repeat step 3 to select the downloaded version.
5. Ensure your instance is using the right Java version: right-click the instance and select Edit Instance.
6. In the window that opens, go to Java on the left toolbar.
7. Check if the Use Launcher Java Settings option is ticked. If it isn’t, tick it.
8. You're done!