Error:java: invalid source release: 8 in Intellij. What does it mean?

Question

Im trying to compile some code in I\'m using Intellij Ultimate 13.1.4, but I get the following error and I have no idea what it means:

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Answer 1

It can be simply overcome by setting on Project Structure. You just need to select the right path for related version of JDK. Select new on dependencies tab, and choose the path. It's done!