If that fails, you'll need to locate the Java executable yourself - within the root Java directory this is. My Java Installation doesn't appear on the list, what do I do? Go to Edit Instance -> Settings -> Java -> Java Installation.
After you installed the correct version make sure to select it.
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If you don't know which one and how to get it, read on. There are different version requirements for different Minecraft versions. Generally you should use Java with the same architecture as your CPU.