File Extension Database

Open URLS File

URLS (Uniform Resource Locator Shortcut) file extensions are commonly used in operating systems and they have their own unique ways of being opened, used, or executed. This guide will further elaborate on the possible formats and ways to utilize files with URLS extensions in a variety of systems.

URLS Files in Windows System

URLS files or .urls files in a Windows system are usually web internet shortcut files. Windows automatically opens these URLs files via web browsers like Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, or Mozilla Firefox. They are essentially shortcuts to a webpage or online resource.

URLS Files in MAC OS

On the other hand, in the Mac OS, the process of opening URLS files is similar to that of the Windows system. Simply double-clicking the URLS file will open it in the default web browser. Mac OS might require permission to open this type of file from an unidentified developer due to its security settings.

URLS Files in Linux

For Linux users, URLS files typically behave as a website bookmark or a web link file. They can simply be opened using a web browser, similar to the process in Windows and Mac OS.

URL Indications

Sometimes, URLS files can be used to indicate a specific part of a webpage. These are often used to steer users towards a certain area of a site or to highlight some information.

URLS File Important Information

Here's the important information inherent to note: URLS files contain web addresses and nothing more. They do not hold any content or data of the website to which they are linked, and hence, cannot be used offline. It's vital to have a steady internet connection while trying to open URLS files.

The URLS extension could potentially be altered by malicious software. In every scenario of opening a URLS file, especially ones received through suspicious emails or downloaded from questionable websites, caution is always needed due to potential security risks.

How Can I Open URLS File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open URLS file is to find a URLS file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a URLS 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 URLS 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 URLS file opener then try to search online for "URLS viewer", "application to open URLS file" or "open URLS file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open URLS file

How Can I Open URLS File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a URLS file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a URLS 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 URLS file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as URLS file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open URLS file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open URLS file then try to search for "URLS viewer", "application to open URLS file" or "read URLS file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read URLS file

How Can I Open URLS File on Android

If you downloaded a URLS 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 URLS 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 "URLS".
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 "URLS viewer", "URLS 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 URLS File on iPhone or iPad

To open URLS 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 URLS 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 "URLS". This way you can find apps which can open URLS 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 "URLS viewer" or "URLS file" online in your favorite search engine.

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