How do I install legacy Java SE 6 runtime on Mac?

Install legacy Java SE 6 on Mac [Tutorial]

1. Install Java SE 6 from Apple. If the More Info link is broken, try this. Launch the Adobe app or any other that was triggering the error.
2. Install Java SE 6 using a script. Download the legacy Java SE 6 installer from here. Click the Download button to begin downloading.

Does Java Runtime work on Mac?

Mac OS X Version 10.7. Java 7 and later versions can run on your Mac. Oracle Java (Version 7 and later versions) requires an Intel-based Mac running Mac OS X 10.7. 3 (Lion) or later and administrator privileges for installation.

Do you need to install the legacy Java SE 6?

You may get a message similar to the one below indicating that you need to install the legacy Java SE 6 runtime. If you click the OK button, the message will go away.

Can you run Java SE 6 on a Mac?

However, Java Runtime is not backward compatible. So, even when the operating system have installed Java Runtime 8, it will NOT run apps that rely on Java Runtime 6. Here is how to get Java 6 on your Mac. Note: You can have both Java SE 8 and Java SE6 installed on your computer without any issues.

Why is Java SE 6 not backward compatible with Yosemite?

This problem occurs because these apps (Adobe CS5, CS5, etc.) are relying on Java 6. Mac OS X Yosemite (and the newer versions) are having a later version of Java Runtime (SE 8.0). However, Java Runtime is not backward compatible. So, even when the operating system have installed Java Runtime 8, it will NOT run apps that rely on Java Runtime 6.

Which is the latest version of Java for macOS?

Java for macOS 2017-001 installs the legacy Java 6 runtime for macOS 10.13 High Sierra, macOS 10.12 Sierra, macOS 10.11 El Capitan, macOS 10.10 Yosemite, macOS 10.9 Mavericks, macOS 10.8 Mountain Lion, and macOS 10.7 Lion.