I just installed Libre office and when I click on Base, I get a message saying "JrE required. Why
Hello,
Because LO Base requires Java to operate (under most circumstances). In future please search for answers on a subject before asking. This question comes up multiple times per week.
What you need to install depends upon your OS & the LO you have installed. Please see my answer here for further info - click here.
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