Attach Javadoc to Library in NetBeans

Question

I'm new to using the NetBeans IDE. When I try to look at the documentation for say the java API (example, System class), it says that the javadoc is not installed. How do I install the documentation?

Answer 1

1. Right click the project
2. Select Properties
3. Select "Java Sources
4. Classpath" Click "Manage Java Platforms..."
5. Click the platform being used by the project
6. Click the Javadoc tab
7. Click the "Add ZIP/Folder..." button
8. Select the Javadoc you have downloaded to your machine