
Note: NetBeans requires an installation of JDK. Just in case when you do need this option, the following gives the steps to do so.


The menu bar for NetBeans has some variations, depending on the operating system of the computer (PC, Mac, or Linux). (This is a one-time setting that does not have to be repeated unless unset by updates or reinstallation of NetBeans.) Collapsing auto-generated code reduces clutter and makes it easier to focus on individual pieces of the project, one at that time. We recommend setting NetBeans preferences so that Alice 3’s auto-generated code is collapsed by default. Once installed, start NetBeans and set the editor preferences. If you get a message indicating that you need to install the Java Development Kit (JDK) then install the JDK before completing the installation of NetBeans. An icon will be created on the desktop, as a shortcut for starting NetBeans. A NetBeans wizard will open and guide the user through the process. To install NetBeans, double-click on the downloaded file.

The software is free and available from:īe sure to select the download in the column labeled JavaSE, as shown. Alice 3 is designed to work with NetBeans 7.2 as the Java Interactive Development Environment (IDE).
