How to Extract JAR Files on Android

Can JAR Files Be Extracted?

A JAR file is based on the ZIP archive format, so many JAR files contain folders, resources, text files, images, metadata, and compiled Java classes that can be browsed and extracted.

Steps to Extract a JAR File

Open Jar File Opener.
Select a .jar file from your device.
Browse the archive contents.
Select files or folders you want to extract.
Tap Extract or Extract All.
Save the extracted files to your device storage.

Files You May Find Inside a JAR

META-INF/MANIFEST.MF
.class files
Images and icons
Text, JSON, XML, and properties files
Resource folders

JAR Extractor vs Normal File Manager

A normal file manager may treat JAR as a generic archive. Jar File Opener is designed around Java archive inspection, so it can also help you view manifest data, inspect class entries, and understand the archive structure.

Reminder: Extract only files you own or have permission to access. Some JAR files may be protected by licenses or copyrights.

Download Jar File Opener

Extract JAR files and inspect Java archive contents on Android.

Download on Google Play