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Open LMK File

A file with the LMK file extension is usually a LabVIEW Makefile which is associated with National Instruments� LabVIEW software. This software environment is used for applications that require test, measurement, and control with rapid access to hardware and data insights. LabVIEW is the name that stands for "Laboratory Virtual Instrument Engineering Workbench". In another context, a LMK file may also refer to a file used in the OpenCities Map (formerly Bentley Map) which is a 2D/3D GIS and mapping software. Let's dive deeper into these two primary uses of LMK files.

Using LMK file with LabVIEW

As a LabVIEW Makefile, the LMK files contain the configuration data necessary to automate program creation in the environment. They assist in gathering related project files together to build executables, source distributions or other types of build outputs. Opening LMK files in this context requires the LabVIEW development software. They are typically represented as .lmk files. To get LabVIEW, visit the official National Instruments website.

LMK Files in OpenCities Map

In the context of Geographics software called OpenCities Map (formerly Bentley Map), LMK files define Landmark Files used for project data. They include definitions of point, line and area features, as well as settings for coordinate systems and database linkages. To open and use these LMK files, you need the OpenCities Map software from Bentley Systems. You can find more about Bentley and OpenCities Map from their official website.

LMK File Important Information

Regardless of their particular use, LMK files are not intended to be opened manually by the user. They are used by the software that created them. Additionally, due to the specificity of the uses of LMK files, converting them to another format is not applicable and is usually not necessary.

How Can I Open LMK File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open LMK file is to find a LMK file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a LMK file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open LMK file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as LMK file opener then try to search online for "LMK viewer", "application to open LMK file" or "open LMK file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open LMK file

How Can I Open LMK File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a LMK file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a LMK file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with LMK file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as LMK file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open LMK file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open LMK file then try to search for "LMK viewer", "application to open LMK file" or "read LMK file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read LMK file

How Can I Open LMK File on Android

If you downloaded a LMK file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded LMK file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "LMK".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "LMK viewer", "LMK file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open LMK File on iPhone or iPad

To open LMK File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the LMK file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "LMK". This way you can find apps which can open LMK files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "LMK viewer" or "LMK file" online in your favorite search engine.

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