GLINK File Extension

What is GLINK file?

GLINK is a file extension commonly associated with Google Drive External Format Shortcut files. Google defined the Google Drive External Format Shortcut format standard. GLINK file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Web, Windows system platform. GLINK file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular program for handling GLINK files is Google Drive, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format. Software named Google Drive was created by Google Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and GLINK files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support GLINK file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with GLINK files, divided into 3 categories based on operating system on which they are available. GLINK files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with GLINK extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening GLINK files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Google Drive External Format Shortcut files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Google Drive software

Problems with opening and working with GLINK files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with GLINK files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Google Drive developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Google Drive installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Google Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Google Drive and update if needed

You still cannot access GLINK files although Google Drive 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. If you have an older version of Google Drive installed, it may not support GLINK format. The most recent version of Google Drive is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open GLINK files to Google Drive

If you have the latest version of Google Drive installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage GLINK on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the GLINK with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the 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 Google Drive installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open GLINK files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected GLINK file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with GLINK extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the GLINK is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the GLINK file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the GLINK in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the GLINK 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 GLINK file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the GLINK file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with GLINK extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Google Drive External Format Shortcut file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Google Drive

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with GLINK extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Google Drive External Format Shortcut files. It may be the case that the GLINK files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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