How to Run Jar File in Linux?
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  • Open a command prompt with CTRL + ALT + T.
  • Go to your “.jar” file directory. If your Ubuntu version / flavour supports it, you should be able to right click on your “.jar” file’s directory and click “Open in Terminal”
  • Type the following command: java -jar jarfilename. jar.

How do I run a jar file from command line in Windows 10?

3. Run a Jar File From the Windows Command Prompt

  1. Alternatively, you can run a Jar from the Command Prompt. Press the Win key + X hotkey and select Command Prompt (Admin) to open it as administrator.
  2. Then input java ‘-jar c:pathtojarfile.jar’ in the CP and press Enter.

How do I run a jar file in Windows?

For Windows 7:

  • Start “Control Panel”
  • Click “Default Programs”
  • Click “Associate a file type or protocol with a specific program”
  • Double click .jar.
  • Browse C:\Program Files\Java\jre7\bin\javaw.exe.
  • Click the button Open.
  • Click the button OK.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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