.JNLP File

The jnlp file extension is mainly related to Java and used for Java Network Launching Protocol files that are formatted in XML and are used for launching and managing Java programs on Internet or as standalone applications over a private network.

Using Java Web Start technology, standalone Java software applications can be deployed with a single click over the network. Java Web Start ensures the most current version of the application will be deployed, as well as the correct version of the Java Runtime Environment (JRE).

MIME types:
application/x-java-jnlp-file

Files with jnlp extension can be most often found as settings files for the Java Network Launching Protocol that is used for launching Java programs on internet or as standalone applications over a private network.

How to open:

The *.jnlp files can be viewed/edited in any text or source code editor.

How to convert:

There is no reason to convert *.jnlp files to other formats.