JASPER File Extension

What is JASPER file?

JASPER filename suffix is mostly used for JasperReports Data Format files. Jaspersoft defined the JasperReports Data Format format standard. Files with JASPER extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. JASPER file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. JasperReports supports JASPER files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 5 other tools may also be used. Software named JasperReports was created by Jaspersoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and JASPER files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support JASPER file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with JASPER files, divided into 3 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with JASPER suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with JASPER extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening JASPER files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with JASPER files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install JasperReports

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening JASPER files is that no program that can handle JASPER files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select JasperReports or one of the recommended programs (for example, iReport) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support JASPER files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download JasperReports installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Jaspersoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of JasperReports

If you already have JasperReports installed on your systems and JASPER files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why JASPER files are not compatible with JasperReports. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using JasperReports.

Step 3. Associate JasperReports Data Format files with JasperReports

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate JASPER files with latest version of JasperReports you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the JASPER file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the JasperReports installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open JASPER files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with JASPER extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with JASPER extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the JASPER for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper JASPER file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The JASPER may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the JASPER is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. JASPER file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the JASPER file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with JASPER extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run JasperReports

If the systems has insufficient resources to open JASPER files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with JasperReports Data Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with JASPER files affecting older versions of given software.

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