ANT Converter
Convert ANT files online for free
Drop or upload your .ANT file
How to convert your ANT file
- Click Select File above, and choose your ANT file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert ANT to another file type
The converter easily converts your ANT file to various formats—free and online. No Windows or extra software needed.
- ANT to GRADLE
Convert a file to ANT
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the ANT file type—in the best quality.
About ANT files
ANT files are primarily associated with the Apache Ant build tool, widely used in Java development for automating software build processes. These files, typically with the extension .ant, are XML-based scripts that define tasks for building, testing, and deploying applications.
Converting ANT files to other formats, such as .xml, .json, or even .txt, can be challenging due to their specialized structure and function. The conversion process often involves understanding the specific tasks and configurations defined within the file, which may not directly translate to other formats without losing key information.
Software like Apache NetBeans or Eclipse IDEs can open and manipulate ANT files, allowing users to save them in different formats manually. However, this requires some technical expertise and understanding of build scripts.
Important considerations include ensuring that the converted files maintain the integrity and functionality of the original ANT files. One must be cautious, as the conversion might strip away essential build instructions or configurations.
For users seeking an easier solution, it's recommended to use the free and user-friendly Convert.Guru for converting ANT files. Simply drag and drop your ANT files onto the website, and it will reliably convert them to your desired format without the hassle of manual conversion.
Despite their utility in development environments, ANT files can be complex for everyday users. By using Convert.Guru, you can bypass these complexities and achieve a seamless conversion experience.
The ANT Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best ANT converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.