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Basic information about LINK file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension LINK(*.LINK or *.link), you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the LINK file yourself.

There are 5 file types using the LINK file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the LINK file with their brief description and a list of programs that support LINK file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the LINK file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the LINK file?
  • How to open a LINK file?
  • What programs do I need to open a LINK file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a LINK file?
  • How to convert LINK files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to LINK file format?


1.Detail information about LINK file extension: CodeWarrior Data

File type CodeWarrior Data Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LINK file is a CodeWarrior Data. The link file extension is mainly related to the CodeWarrior, an integrated development tools for Microsoft Windows and macOS operating systems, developed by Freescale.

The link file stores some kind of data used by CodeWarrior.

Software programs that will open, edit or convert LINK files

Windows
CodeWarrior Compiler

macOS
CodeWarrior Compiler for Mac


2.Detail information about LINK file extension: iPod Link File

File type iPod Link File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LINK file is a iPod Link File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LINK files

Windows
Apple iPod Software

macOS
Apple iPod Software


3.Detail information about LINK file extension: ARIA File

File type ARIA File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LINK file is a ARIA File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LINK files

Windows
ARIA


4.Detail information about LINK file extension: Portal Structure Markup Language Link File

File type Portal Structure Markup Language Link File Category Web Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LINK file is a Portal Structure Markup Language Link File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LINK files


5.Detail information about LINK file extension: Eclipse Link

File type Eclipse Link Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LINK file is a Eclipse Link.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LINK files

Windows
Eclipse

macOS
Eclipse for Mac

Linux
Eclipse for Linux



Can't open a LINK file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.LINK”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the LINK extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support LINK file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of LINK files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a LINK file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a LINK file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a LINK file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the LINK file is damaged.
  • Whether the LINK file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the LINK file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the LINK file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the LINK file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a LINK file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a LINK file.

If the LINK file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.