How do I uninstall Java 7 for my Mac?

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How do I uninstall Java 7 for my Mac?

This article applies to:

Platform(s): Macintosh OS X
Java version(s): 7.0

Uninstall Oracle Java 7

Uninstalling Oracle Java only involves deleting the Java Plugin file JavaAppletPlugin.plugin.

Note: To uninstall Java 7, you must have Administrator privileges.

Click on the Finder icon located in your dock
Click on Applications tab on the sidebar
In the Search box enter JavaAppletPlugin.plugin
This will find the JavaAppletPlugin.plugin file
Right click on JavaAppletPlugin.plugin and select Move to Trash

Can I restore Apple Java 6 after uninstalling Oracle Java 7?

Yes, see the instructions on the Apple website Restore Apple Java 6.

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Alternative method to Uninstall Oracle Java 7 using the Terminal

This is an alternative method for uninstalling Java 7 for advanced users familiar with entering commands on Terminal window.
Following the steps listed will uninstall Oracle Java 7 from your system.
Note: To uninstall Java 7, you must have Administrator privileges and execute the remove command either as root or by using the sudo.

Click on the Finder icon located in your dock
Click on Applications tab on sidebar
Click on the Utilities folder
Double-click on the Terminal icon
In the Terminal window Copy and Paste the command below:
sudo rm -fr /Library/Internet\ Plug-Ins/JavaAppletPlugin.plugin

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