SHORTCUT Converter
Convert SHORTCUT files online for free
Drop or upload your .SHORTCUT file
How to convert your SHORTCUT file
- Click Select File above, and choose your SHORTCUT file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert SHORTCUT to another file type
The converter easily converts your SHORTCUT file to various formats—free and online. No Excel or extra software needed.
- SHORTCUT to EXE
- SHORTCUT to PDF
Convert a file to SHORTCUT
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the SHORTCUT file type—in the best quality.
About SHORTCUT files
SHORTCUT files, often with extensions like .lnk in Windows, are used to point to other files or applications. They provide quick access without duplicating the original files. For more detailed information, explore the Wikipedia page.
Converting SHORTCUT files can be challenging because they do not contain actual data but merely references. Therefore, conversion typically involves understanding the target file type to which the shortcut points. For those seeking to convert these files, professional software like Microsoft Windows can help manage shortcuts, although it does not directly convert them. To convert the target files themselves, applications such as Adobe Acrobat or LibreOffice may be used, depending on the file type.
It is important to note that SHORTCUT files can only be converted into formats of the files they reference, such as .docx, .pdf, .jpg, and more, depending on the original file type. Challenges in converting include ensuring the original file is accessible and determining the correct software to handle the conversion.
One of the drawbacks of SHORTCUT files is their dependency on the original file's location. If the original file is moved or deleted, the shortcut becomes useless. Therefore, it's crucial to frequently update or manage shortcuts properly.
For a reliable and hassle-free conversion experience, we recommend using Convert.Guru. Simply drag and drop your SHORTCUT files onto the website for easy conversion to various formats.
The SHORTCUT 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 SHORTCUT converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.