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Basic information about LGL file

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

There are 2 file types using the LGL file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the LGL file with their brief description and a list of programs that support LGL file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the LGL file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the LGL file?
  • How to open a LGL file?
  • What programs do I need to open a LGL file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a LGL file?
  • How to convert LGL files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to LGL file format?


1.Detail information about LGL file extension: Large Graph Layout Edge File

File type Large Graph Layout Edge File Category Data Files
Developer Large Graph Layout File format N/A
Description LGL file is a Large Graph Layout Edge File developed by Large Graph Layout. File format used by Large Graph Layout, a collection of applications used for making the visualization of large networks and trees tractable; commonly referred to as an "edge file" and contains coordinates that are saved in a human-readable format.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LGL files

Linux		 Large Graph Layout


2.Detail information about LGL file extension: LeechGet Download List

File type LeechGet Download List Category Game Files
Developer LeechGet File format N/A
Description LGL file is a LeechGet Download List developed by LeechGet.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LGL files

Windows		 LeechGet
Microsoft Windows



Can't open a LGL 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.LGL”。

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 LGL extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the LGL 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.