POM File Extension

What is POM file?

POM filename suffix is mostly used for Maven Build Format files. Maven Build Format specification was created by The Apache Project. Files with POM extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with POM extension are categorized as Developer Files files. The Developer Files subset comprises 1205 various file formats. Maven supports POM files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used. Software named Maven was created by Apache Software Foundation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and POM files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support POM file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open POM files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. POM files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with POM extension?

Being unable to open files with POM extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with POM files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the Maven

Problems with opening and working with POM files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with POM files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Maven developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Maven installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Apache Software Foundation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Maven to the latest version

If you already have Maven installed on your systems and POM files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Maven cannot handle files with POM may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Maven.

Step 3. Assign Maven to POM files

After installing Maven (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open POM files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the POM file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Maven is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open POM files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with POM extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with POM extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the POM file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the POM file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the POM file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the POM file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. POM file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the POM file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the POM 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. If the POM file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Maven Build Format file.

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

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Maven Build Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle POM files.

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