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How to Run JavaFX 11+ in Intellij IDEA

First published: 8th June 2019

This page explains:
1. How to set up Intellij IDEA with JavaFX 11+
2. How to configure Intellij IDEA to run JavaFX programs.

Follow the links below to download the guides:

1. JavaFX 1 - Installing IntelliJ IDEA and JavaFX 11 Tutorial (8-6-19)

2.  Configure Intellij IDEA to run JavaFX programs
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