What is a JAR file?
| File extension | .jar |
|---|---|
| Category | Archive/Compression file formats |
| Developed by | Sun Microsystems, now Oracle Corporation |
| Mime type | application/java-archive |
Format description
JAR, or Java Archives, are executable Java programs by the Java Runtime Environment (JRE).Please note that MConverter cannot create an executable program if the provided source archive file was not a compiled program for the same platform. When converting from JAR to another format, MConverter only extracts the contents of the JAR file. It does not make it installable in another format.
Common questions about JAR conversions
How to open a JAR file?
If you don't know how to view a JAR file, you can convert it to another format you already recognize. You can use MConverter for the conversion.
Can I convert JAR files in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple JAR files at once. You can even drag and drop folders containing JARs.
Pasting JAR files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting JAR files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert a JAR file, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big JARs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert JAR files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert JAR files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting JARs safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your JAR files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your JARs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
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How long does it take to convert JAR?
For most archive files, the wait is often less than a minute. However, MConverter also supports converting larger archive files, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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