Tips to open JASPER file

Can't open the JASPER file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open JASPER files as well as a list of programs that support JASPER files.

JASPER file extension

File Name JasperReports Data Format
File Developer Jaspersoft
File Category Data Files

The JASPER file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the JASPER files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the JASPER file on each system platform.

Operating systems
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What is JASPER file?

The file in the JASPER format belongs to the Data Files category. The author of this format is Jaspersoft. Additionally, the Data Files category contains 1326 of other files. JasperReports Data Format is most often found on 3 operating systems. These systems consist of Linux, Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is JasperReports. This was created by Jaspersoft Corporation. This file type can also be opened by 5 other programs. iReport will apply when it is not possible to use JasperReports.

How to open JASPER file?

An often recurring problem with JasperReports Data Format is that JASPER is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open JASPER, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the JASPER file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install JasperReports

In this case, you should first verify that the JasperReports application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing JasperReports into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below is a list of programs that support the file JASPER.

Programs to open JASPER file

Remember to download programs supporting JASPER files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

Step 2. Create association of JasperReports with JASPER files

If, despite the installed application, the JASPER file does not start in the JasperReports application, you must create a file association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the JASPER file with the JasperReports application.

Step 3. Update JasperReports to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the JasperReports program, it is possible that JasperReports Data Format requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Jaspersoft Corporation website or update the program from the application.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the JASPER file

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. File problems can be divided into the following:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. Usually this applies to JASPER files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file JASPER or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected JASPER files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the JASPER files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair JASPER file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Jaspersoft help.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file JASPER except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. It is best to move JASPER to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. However, some background programs may block the JASPER file while scanning. If this does not work either, restart the device.