About NetBeans Modules

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A NetBeans module is a Java archive file which contains Java classes written to interact with the NetBeans APIs. A module identifies itself as a module by an entry in its MANIFEST.MF file. NetBeans modules are packaged as NBM files (.nbm extension) for non-installer distribution, usually via the Plugins manager under the Tools menu.

NetBeans modules are written with one of two aims in mind:

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About the NetBeans Platform
About the NetBeans APIs
About the System Filesystem
About XML Layer Files
Working with Modules
Module Tasks: Quick Reference

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