Cannot Load 32-bit Swt Libraries On 64-bit Jvm [upd] -

If you are encountering this error while developing an Eclipse RCP or plugin project:

A: Eclipse itself bundles an SWT version. Your workspace plug-in dependencies conflict with Eclipse’s internal SWT. Try starting Eclipse with the -clean option and check your target platform configuration. cannot load 32-bit swt libraries on 64-bit jvm

Remove the 32-bit SWT JAR from your classpath and replace it with the official 64-bit version from Maven Central or the Eclipse project. Change your dependency classifier from x86 to x86_64 . If you are encountering this error while developing

The "Cannot load 32-bit SWT libraries on 64-bit JVM" error can have significant implications for developers and users. For developers, it can delay the development process, as they need to troubleshoot and resolve the issue. For users, it can prevent them from running applications that rely on SWT, leading to frustration and lost productivity. Remove the 32-bit SWT JAR from your classpath

from your project's build path and replace it with the new 64-bit version.

If you must use the 32-bit SWT (e.g., for a legacy application), you must run it on a 32-bit JVM.