How do I convert a .jar file to a Unix executable file? (Mac)

Question

I have created a java project, and I have exported it to my desktop.

Is there a way of converting that .jar file on my desktop, to a Unix executable file?

Java is available on many platforms - simply install java on the desired platform and java -jar myjar.jar. — user2711811
– user2711811, Commented Mar 29, 2020 at 18:14
Thanks for your reply. I already know that terminal command, but I would like to know how to convert that .jar file, to a Unix executable file. — MisterHazza
– MisterHazza, Commented Mar 29, 2020 at 18:17
Perhaps explaining a bit more on why? in your post might elicit more responses - that's all I can add - good luck. — user2711811
– user2711811, Commented Mar 29, 2020 at 18:19
What properties do you need? It is trivially simple to write a launcher script. — Thorbjørn Ravn Andersen
– Thorbjørn Ravn Andersen, Commented Mar 29, 2020 at 18:39

Yaroslav Nudnenko · Accepted Answer · 2020-03-29 19:09:35Z

You can create a launch file (shortcut). You need to create a file with text:

#!/bin/sh java -jar myProject.jar

and make it executable:

chmod + x ./shortcutfile

OR

Right click on jar-file. Select "Open With Other Application" and choose "Runtime Environment".

I will try that. Thanks. I don't seem to have the Runtime Enrionment option for some reason. Any idea why not?

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