Basic information about LDS file

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

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


1.Detail information about LDS file extension: Linux Compile Time Header Data

File type Linux Compile Time Header Data Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LDS file is a Linux Compile Time Header Data. The lds file extension is associated with the Linux, a Unix-like operating system available for PC, server stations and various other computer platforms.

The lds file stores compile time header contents comparable to a C header file.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LDS files

Linux		 Linux operating systems


2.Detail information about LDS file extension: Binutils LD Linker Script

File type Binutils LD Linker Script Category Developer Files
Developer The GNU Project File format Text
Description LDS file is a Binutils LD Linker Script developed by The GNU Project.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LDS files

Linux		 GNU Binutils
Any text editor


3.Detail information about LDS file extension: Laser Dispatch Script File

File type Laser Dispatch Script File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LDS file is a Laser Dispatch Script File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LDS files

Windows		 Laser Dispatch


4.Detail information about LDS file extension: LOUDNESS Sound System

File type LOUDNESS Sound System Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LDS file is a LOUDNESS Sound System.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LDS files

Windows		 Winamp with AdPlug plugin


5.Detail information about LDS file extension: Trane Trace Load File

File type Trane Trace Load File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LDS file is a Trane Trace Load File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LDS files

Windows		 HVAC



Can't open a LDS 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.LDS”。

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 LDS extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the LDS 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.