PROJECT File Extension

The PROJECT file extension was created by Eclipse and is also known as the Eclipse Project Settings File. PROJECT is classified as a Developer Files and This file is saved in an XML structure and its contents can be viewed in a Text Editor. You can open PROJECT files in Eclipse Foundation Eclipse program.

Eclipse Project Settings File Type

Eclipse Project Settings File Type
Extension .project
Developer Eclipse
Popularity 5.0 (2 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Eclipse Foundation Eclipse
Category Developer Files
Format XML
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a PROJECT File Type?

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PROJECT Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Eclipse Project Settings File .PROJECT File Extensions while opening the .PROJECT files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open PROJECT Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Eclipse Project Settings File on your system such as Eclipse Foundation Eclipse.
  2. Associate default Eclipse Foundation Eclipse Foundation Eclipse program for *.project (Eclipse Project Settings File) files.

    Associate PROJECT Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.PROJECT (e.g example.project) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Eclipse Foundation Eclipse Foundation Eclipse program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .project files.

    Associate PROJECT Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.PROJECT (e.g example.project) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Eclipse Foundation Eclipse Foundation Eclipse program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Eclipse Foundation Eclipse extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

All Platform Software Programs for PROJECT File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the PROJECT files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open PROJECT File on Windows

Software License Developer
Eclipse Foundation Eclipse image. Eclipse Foundation Eclipse 4 for Windows Open Source Eclipse Foundation
Zend Studio image. Zend Studio 12 for Windows Commercial Zend Studio

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PROJECT File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
Eclipse Foundation Eclipse image. Eclipse Foundation Eclipse 4 for MacOs Open Source Eclipse Foundation
Zend Studio image. Zend Studio 12 for MacOs Commercial Zend Studio

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PROJECT file on Linux

Software License Developer
Eclipse Foundation Eclipse image. Eclipse Foundation Eclipse 4 for Linux Open Source Eclipse Foundation
Zend Studio image. Zend Studio 12 for Linux Commercial Zend Studio

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PROJECT file on Web

Software License Developer

iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PROJECT file on iOS

Software License Developer

Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PROJECT file on Android

Software License Developer

About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

PROJECT file extension icon image.About PROJECT - Eclipse Project Settings File

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Updated 6/1/2025