How to create Java Executable JAR 

The following video shows creating an executable JAR file in Java.

1. Create a simple standalone java application, for instance a simple Swing UI application.
2. Compile and run the application for sanity.
3. Create a manifest file with Main-Class attribute.
4. Ensure to enter a new line at the end of manifest file. Otherwise some systems may throw failed to load Main-Class error.
5. Execute JAR command from the console (Ensure to include JDK_HOME\bin in Path environment variable).
6. Run the executable JAR from the console and "Open with" windows dialog.