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Add entry to FAQ how to switch javafx cache dirs

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@technobirb you can modify the [JavaOptions] section in the .cfg file. You can also place an additional config file in your system https://bugs.openjdk.org/browse/JDK-8287060

@arnaumas This works also for mac

(make sure to copy JabRef's one with all the options

The other idea is to probably switch the variable for the user directroy:


[JavaOptions]
java-options=-Djavafx.cachedir=/Path/To/Your/direcotry
java-options=-Duser.home=/path/to/my/new/home/dir

Originally posted by @Siedlerchr in #5817

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Research direction

Locate the FAQ section in the JabRef user documentation and review nearby entries about configuration or cache directories. Add an entry explaining how to switch the JavaFX cache directory, including the .cfg JavaOptions example and the referenced OpenJDK guidance; the FAQ should clearly cover the reported macOS case as well.

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Domain
documentation
Issue type
Documentation
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2/5
Estimated time
1-3 hours
Activity status
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Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
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