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How to Find Eclipse Installation Directory in Windows 10?

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You can find the Eclipse installation directory in Windows 10 by following these steps:

  1. Open the Start Menu: Click the Windows icon in the bottom-left corner of your screen.
  2. Search for Eclipse: Type "Eclipse" in the search bar and select the Eclipse application from the results.
  3. Right-click on the Eclipse icon: Right-click on the Eclipse icon in the search results.
  4. Select "Open file location": Choose the "Open file location" option from the context menu.

This will open the folder containing the Eclipse executable file, which is the Eclipse installation directory.

Example: If you installed Eclipse in the default location, the directory would be located at: C:\Program Files\Eclipse\your_eclipse_version.

Alternative Method:

You can also find the installation directory by checking the shortcut properties:

  1. Locate the Eclipse shortcut: Find the Eclipse shortcut on your desktop or in your Start Menu.
  2. Right-click on the shortcut: Right-click on the shortcut and select "Properties."
  3. Open the "Shortcut" tab: Go to the "Shortcut" tab in the Properties window.
  4. View the "Target" field: The "Target" field will show the path to the Eclipse executable file, which is within the installation directory.

Note: If you installed Eclipse in a custom location, you'll need to navigate to that location using File Explorer.

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