File extension .URL
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Shortcut - URL - Uniform Resource Locator | N/A | Web Files |
A URL (Uniform Resource Locator) file extension is used to create shortcuts to web pages. The URL file type can be opened using various web browsers, such as Internet Explorer, Safari, Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox.
In Windows-based operating systems, the..url file extension appears as an Internet Shortcut - an icon with a curved arrow. This small icon is only a link to the actual webpage, not the content itself. Double-clicking on this icon will take you directly to the associated website. URLs allow users to quickly access a particular web page without having to copy and paste the entire URL into their web browser.
Similar File Extension Types
There are a few other closely-related file extensions which can launch web page content in web browsers, including:
The main difference between these file types and URL files is that a URL file typically launches the page in your computer's default web browser, whereas the other files types will open the page in its native application.
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 .URL) 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 .URL 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 .URL 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 .URL 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 .URL extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .URL file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .URL 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 .URL file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .URL file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .URL 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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