JAP files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Nonogram Puzzle File
Nonogram puzzles consist of a grid of cells to be colored or left blank. The goal is revealing a picture. These puzzles are also called griddlers, paint-by-numbers, hanjie. The grid has numbers indica...
General Information
| Title | JAP File Extension |
| Extension | .jap |
| Full Form | Nonogram Puzzle File |
| File Type | Game File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store puzzle |
| Additional Functions | Save progress |
| Features | Grid data, Clues |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Puzzle complexity |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Puzzle Solving | Yes |
| Puzzle Creation | Yes |
| Puzzle Sharing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pbn, .grd |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 JCross Nonograms |
Free | Windows |
| Nonogram |
Free | Windows, Web |
| Cross+A |
Shareware | Windows |
Type 2: Japanese Nintendo 64 Game ROM
Files using JAP extension are Japanese Nintendo 64 game ROMs. They are compatible with Windows software. JAP files belong the game file category. Software like Daedalus can manage JAP files. JAP file...
General Information
| Title | .JAP File Extension |
| Extension | .jap |
| Full Form | Japanese Nintendo 64 Game ROM |
| File Type | Game ROM File |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store game data |
| Additional Functions | Emulation, Backup |
| Features | Binary code, Read-only |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Fixed by game |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Gameplay | Yes |
| Software Testing | Yes |
| Game Development | No |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Piracy concerns |
| Best Practices | Legal use, Secure sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1996 |
| Discontinued | Yes |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .n64, .v64, .z64 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Project64 |
Free | Windows |
| Mupen64Plus |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 RetroArch |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Others |
Type 3: jAlbum Project Settings File
The JAP file extension is for jAlbum project settings files. jAlbum creates photo album websites. When first saving a project, a JAP file is created by jAlbum along with other files. By default, JAP f...
General Information
| Title | .JAP File Extension |
| Extension | .jap |
| Full Form | jAlbum Project Settings File |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | jAlbum AB |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store settings |
| Additional Functions | Preserve project state |
| Features | XML-based, Customizable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Not applicable |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Photo Albums | Yes |
| Web Galleries | Yes |
| Slide Shows | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Backup, Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2002 |
| Latest Version | Dependent on software version |
Associated Types
| Project Files | .jap |
| Image Files | .jpg, .png, .gif |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| jAlbum |
Free, Paid versions | Windows, Mac, Linux |