How to convert your LSX file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your LSX file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert LSX to another file type
The converter easily converts your LSX file to various formats—free and online. No VLC or extra software needed.
- LSX to LSF
- LSX to MP4
- LSX to AVI
- LSX to MOV
- LSX to WMV
- LSX to FLV
- LSX to WEBM
- LSX to MKV
- LSX to M4V
- LSX to 3GP
- LSX to OGV
- LSX to ASF
Convert a file to LSX
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the LSX file type—in the best quality.
- MTS to LSX
- MOV to LSX
- RMVB to LSX
- DIVX to LSX
- RM to LSX
- H264 to LSX
- TS to LSX
- WMV to LSX
- VOB to LSX
- MP4 to LSX
- XVID to LSX
- AVI to LSX
About LSX files
LSX files, or XML Shortcut files, are primarily used by Windows Media Loader to reference a multimedia playlist. They are not commonly used outside specific applications, which can make conversion to other formats challenging. Popular formats for conversion include .mp3, .mp4, .wav, and .wma. However, the conversion process can be tricky due to the LSX file's reliance on XML structure and its function as a shortcut rather than a container of actual media data.
For converting LSX files, you can use software like VLC Media Player and FFmpeg. VLC supports a wide range of media formats and can be configured to handle XML-based playlists to some extent. FFmpeg is a powerful command-line tool that provides extensive options for media conversion, though it requires a steeper learning curve.
One significant drawback of LSX files is their limited compatibility and the dependency on specific software environments to function. Additionally, converting LSX files may result in loss of metadata, which can affect the organization and accessibility of the media files.
Thus, for a more straightforward solution, using a free and easy online website like Convert.Guru to convert LSX files is highly recommended. Simply drag-and-drop your LSX files onto the Convert.Guru webpage to seamlessly convert them into your desired format. This method eliminates the technical challenges and ensures a reliable conversion process without needing in-depth technical knowledge.
The LSX Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best LSX converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.