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How to Start Apache JMeter

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How to Start Apache JMeter

JMeter is a Java application. Ensure Java (JDK or JRE 8 or higher) is installed and set up correctly on the machine. Apache JMeter can be started in two modes:

  • GUI Mode for test creation and debugging,
  • Non-GUI Mode for efficient execution of load tests.

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Verify JMeter Installation

To check if JMeter is installed correctly, run:

/> jmeter -v

This will display the JMeter version and confirm its installation.

 

JMeter Version Command

Start JMeter in GUI Mode



JMeter in Non-GUI Mode (Recommended for Load Testing)



 




Stop JMeter


To stop JMeter running in GUI Mode, simply close the JMeter window.


To stop JMeter in Non-GUI Mode, use the following key combination:


Ctrl + C




 


That’s it.




 
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