File extension .LS
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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LightWave LScript Format | NewTek | Executable Files |
LS (LightWave LScript File) is a type of .lsc file and it is created by LightWave 3D. This file contains scripts containing functions that are used to extend the capabilities of the LightWave 3D applications. It is written using the Lightwave Scripting Language (LScript) and intended to control LightWave 3D through an application, tool, or map editor. These files enable animation professionals and novices alike to create sophisticated animations or manipulate objects and points in Lightwave 3D in an automated way.
Technical Details
The LS format is a text-based script based on JavaScript, so it can be manipulated with any text editor or scripting application such as Notepad. Each LS file contains code which provides interactive control of objects and scenes within Lightwave 3D. The basic structure of an LS file consists of functions, variables, and comments. The variables containing user data, such as the name of a texture map or the coordinates of a vertex, are stored as strings inside the code.
Similar File Extensions
LS files are also related to other file extensions like .lsp, .lsx, lsy, .dat, .txt, and vfh.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .LS) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .LS extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .LS file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .LS extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .LS extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .LS file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .LS file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .LS file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .LS file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .LS file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines

Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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