netbeans : add library permanently

Question

I work in a group project and after every checkout
I have to remove and add the javamail api..(because the path is relative) how can i make it IN the Project folder?

This is how i add the library :

1. right click on librarys folder
2. Add/jar Folder..
3. Choose the mail.jar

But when my collegue checks this out... he get's problems. How can i make the path absolute ?

Answer 1

A better way to add library to Netbenas would be

Tools -> Libraries -> New Library...

After it:

Project tab -> [your project] -> Properties -> Libraries -> Add Library

This would be always "relative"

Answer 2

This worked for me: Project Properties -> Libraries -> Add JAR/Folder, and in that dialog there is a "Reference as" option. Choose "Relative Path" and then locate your library.

Answer 3

You might be better off using a dedicated folder for your libraries. Please see this tutorial to help doing the same. That way, the libraries can always live in their own country.