XLNK Converter
Convert XLNK files online for free
Drop or upload your .XLNK file
How to convert your XLNK file
- Click Select File above, and choose your XLNK file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert XLNK to another file type
The converter easily converts your XLNK file to various formats—free and online. No Word or extra software needed.
- XLNK to TMP
- XLNK to TEMP
- XLNK to CACHE
- XLNK to LOG
- XLNK to BAK
- XLNK to OLD
- XLNK to NEW
- XLNK to PART
- XLNK to DOWNLOAD
- XLNK to CRDOWNLOAD
- XLNK to LOCK
- XLNK to PID
Convert a file to XLNK
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the XLNK file type—in the best quality.
- DEVICE to XLNK
- CACHE to XLNK
- SOCK to XLNK
- SYMLINK to XLNK
- PID to XLNK
- MOUNT to XLNK
- FIFO to XLNK
- LOG to XLNK
- PIPE to XLNK
- TMP to XLNK
- JUNCTION to XLNK
- TEMP to XLNK
About XLNK files
XLNK files are shortcut files typically associated with the XLNK format used in certain software environments. As a shortcut file, an XLNK file acts as a pointer to another file or program, making it crucial for navigation within specific applications.
One of the main drawbacks of XLNK files is their limited use outside the specific applications they are designed for. This limitation makes their conversion somewhat challenging, as they do not contain actual data but merely references. Thus, converting XLNK files into other formats like .txt, .pdf, or .docx can be problematic and usually requires specialized software.
- Apache OpenOffice: A versatile suite that can handle various file formats, albeit not directly XLNK files.
- LibreOffice: Similar to OpenOffice, it provides robust handling of several document types, with potential workarounds for XLNK files.
When converting XLNK files, it is essential to remember that the process might not retain all elements of the original file due to its shortcut nature. As a result, the conversion might only provide limited information.
Given these challenges, using Convert.Guru is recommended for converting XLNK files. Its user-friendly drag-and-drop functionality makes it simple to convert files into different formats without the need for complex software or technical expertise. While XLNK files can be difficult to work with and convert, Convert.Guru provides a reliable and easy solution for users seeking flexibility and simplicity in file conversion.
The XLNK 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 XLNK converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.