How to Install Spring Tool Suite (STS) on Windows, Mac, and Linux: Step-by-Step Guide


Spring Tool Suite installation on all platforms

Spring Tool Suite (STS) is an IDE for developing Spring applications. This guide will walk you through the installation process for STS on Windows, Mac, and Linux.



Before installing STS, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

  • Windows: Windows 7 or later
  • Mac: macOS 10.10 or later
  • Linux: Any modern Linux distribution


  1. Download STS: Visit the official website and download the installer for Windows.
  2. Run the Installer: Double-click the downloaded file and follow the installation prompts.
  3. Launch STS: Once installed, launch Spring Tool Suite from the Start menu.


  1. Download STS: Go to the official website and download the installer for macOS.
  2. Open the Downloaded File: Double-click the downloaded file to mount the disk image.
  3. Drag to Applications: Drag the Spring Tool Suite icon to the Applications folder.
  4. Launch STS: Open Spring Tool Suite from the Applications folder.


  1. Download STS: Visit the official website and download the .tar.gz package for your distribution.
  2. Extract Files: Open a terminal and navigate to the download location. Use the command:
  3. tar -xzf sts-*.tar.gz
  4. Run STS: Navigate to the extracted folder and run:
  5. ./STS


Congratulations! You have successfully installed Spring Tool Suite on your system. Enjoy developing your Spring applications!



Explore our collection of useful resources and downloads to enhance your experience:

  • Spring Documentation: Access the official Spring documentation for more advanced features.
  • STS Plugins: Discover various plugins to customize your STS experience.

FAQ


Q: Can I use STS for commercial purposes?
A: Yes, Spring Tool Suite is free to use for both personal and commercial projects.


Q: How do I uninstall STS?
A: You can uninstall it through the Control Panel on Windows, the Applications folder on Mac, or by deleting the extracted folder on Linux.


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