Software⏱️ 2 min read📅 2026-05-31
How to Fix: IntelliJ 15, SpringBoot devtools livereload not working
Check IntelliJ settings for LiveReload feature in Spring Boot devtools.
Quick Answer: Enable 'Make project automatically' and ensure the IDE is configured to use the correct classpath.
📋 Table of Contents
Having trouble with the LiveReload feature in IntelliJ Spring Boot devtools? Don't worry, we've got you covered!
🔍 Why This Happens
- LiveReload requires the IDE to be configured correctly and Spring Boot devtools to be enabled.
🚀 How to Resolve This Issue
Method 1: Enable Spring Boot DevTools
- Step 1: Open the Run/Debug Configurations window and select your Spring Boot application.
Method 2: Configure IDE Settings
- Step 1: Go to File > Settings (or press Ctrl + Shift + Alt + S).
Method 2: Configure IDE Settings
- Step 2: In the Settings window, navigate to 'Build, Execution, Deployment' > 'Spring Boot'.
✨ Wrapping Up
By following these steps, you should now be able to enable LiveReload in IntelliJ Spring Boot devtools.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
LiveReload requires the IDE to be configured correctly and Spring Boot devtools to be enabled.
Step 1: Open the Run/Debug Configurations window and select your Spring Boot application.
Step 1: Go to File > Settings (or press Ctrl + Shift + Alt + S).
Step 2: In the Settings window, navigate to 'Build, Execution, Deployment' > 'Spring Boot'.
By following these steps, you should now be able to enable LiveReload in IntelliJ Spring Boot devtools.
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