DESKLINK File Extension

What is DESKLINK file?

DESKLINK is a file extension commonly associated with Desktop Shortcut files. Files with DESKLINK extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with DESKLINK extension are categorized as System Files files. The System Files subset comprises 323 various file formats. The most popular software that supports DESKLINK files is Microsoft Windows. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theMicrosoft Windows software, but also about DESKLINK and other supported file formats.

Programs which support DESKLINK file extension

The following listing features DESKLINK-compatible programs. Files with DESKLINK suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with DESKLINK extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening DESKLINK files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with DESKLINK files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with DESKLINK files.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Windows software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports DESKLINK files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Microsoft Windows. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Microsoft Windows installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Windows to the latest version

You still cannot access DESKLINK files although Microsoft Windows is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why DESKLINK files are not compatible with Microsoft Windows. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft Windows.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Windows to DESKLINK files

After installing Microsoft Windows (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open DESKLINK files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the DESKLINK file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Windows installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open DESKLINK files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the DESKLINK file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Microsoft Windows and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DESKLINK extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the DESKLINK file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the DESKLINK file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The DESKLINK may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the DESKLINK file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the DESKLINK file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the DESKLINK file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the DESKLINK file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with DESKLINK extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Windows

If the systems has insufficient resources to open DESKLINK files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Desktop Shortcut files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DESKLINK files affecting older versions of given software.

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