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Basic information about ELF file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension ELF（*.ELF or *.elf）, 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 ELF file yourself.

There are 3 file types using the ELF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the ELF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support ELF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the ELF file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the ELF file?
  • How to open a ELF file?
  • What programs do I need to open a ELF file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a ELF file?
  • How to convert ELF files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to ELF file format?


1.Detail information about ELF file extension: Executable and Linkable Format File

File type Executable and Linkable Format File Category System Files
Developer Unix System Laboratories File format Binary
Description ELF file is a Executable and Linkable Format File developed by Unix System Laboratories. System file created in the Executable and Linkable Format (ELF), which was previously known as the "Extensible Linking Format;" can store executable programs, memory dumps, and shared libraries.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ELF files

Linux		 readelf
elfdump
objdump


2.Detail information about ELF file extension: Nintendo Wii Game File

File type Nintendo Wii Game File Category Executable Files
Developer Nintendo File format Binary
Description ELF file is a Nintendo Wii Game File developed by Nintendo.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ELF files

Windows		 Dolphin

macOS
 Dolphin

Linux		 Dolphin


3.Detail information about ELF file extension: PlayStation Executable File

File type PlayStation Executable File Category Game Files
Developer Sony File format Binary
Description ELF file is a PlayStation Executable File developed by Sony.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ELF files

Windows		 PCSX2
NeutrinoSX2
PS2emu

Linux		 readelf
elfdump
objdump



Can't open a ELF 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.ELF”。

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 ELF extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support ELF 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 ELF 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 ELF file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a ELF 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 ELF file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the ELF 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.