All about POM Files

The POM file type is primarily associated with Maven.

POM	File extension: POM
	File type:	project object model

What is a POM file?

POM files mostly belong to Maven by Apache. A POM file contains information such as dependency lists, package version, and metadata which Maven uses to build an application. Maven is a software build automation tool for Java, Ruby, C#, and Scala. Such a POM file is called a project object model. Its contents are written in XML-like syntax. They include application version, artifact, ID, company/developer information, a dependency list, and other configuration for a project. Maven's project object model may also be stored in a pom.xml file.

How to open POM files

You need a suitable software like Maven to open a POM file. You need a suitable software like Maven from Apache to open a POM file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your POM file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a POM file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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How to extract texts from POM files or capture a screenshot to PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...

If you want to extract texts from POM file or capture a screenshot, you can use our free Online POM File Viewer:

To do this, click the button "Choose your .pom file to view" on this page.
After your file is opened in browser,
click "Save as..." in the menu.
Then choose the file format (e.g. JPG, PDF, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
Download the converted file.

.POM File Won't Open? Here is What You Can Do

POM files originate from various programs and aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source: If received from a Java developer or a build pipeline, it is likely an Apache Maven Project Object Model file.
Check the Header: Open the file in a text editor or hex viewer to inspect the opening lines.
- <?xml or <project>: Indicates a readable Maven XML configuration.
- "PK" or garbled text: Suggests a compressed archive or an unrelated binary format.
Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required; try Apache Maven, IntelliJ IDEA, or Eclipse, and ask the sender if you remain uncertain.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your file into our viewer to detect the format, extract readable metadata, and preview the contents.

Technical Data for POM File Extension

File classification:

Developer

Related files:

lin, aar, apt, jmx, ftl

Mime type:

text/plain, text/xml

a pom project object model is a special file format by Apache and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with POM files

Associate the POM file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open project object models. Because only the current version supports the latest POM file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Apache manufacturer website after an available Maven update.
To make sure that your POM file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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