Launch MakeMKV and navigate to View → Preferences (Windows/Linux) or MakeMKV → Preferences (macOS).

Alternatively, you can specify a custom Java executable location using a configuration file.

By default, MakeMKV relies on your system’s registered Java installation. But what if you need a specific version? What if you’re on a server without a GUI, or you want to isolate dependencies? Enter the setting.

To verify that MakeMKV is using the custom Java executable location, follow these steps:

: First, locate your Java executable (usually java.exe ). It might be in a directory like C:\Program Files\Java\jdk-17\bin or a similar path, depending on your Java installation.

: Some systems allow you to set environment variables that persist across sessions. For example, on Windows, you can right-click "This PC" > Properties > Advanced system settings > Environment Variables, and add a new variable JAVA_HOME pointing to your Java installation directory.

If you frequently use a custom Java executable location, you might prefer to set it up as a default. This can often be achieved by setting an environment variable or using a configuration file specific to MakeMKV.

Before proceeding, ensure you have the following: