.MK File Extension

Makefile

MK is a file extension for Makefile files. The MK file format works with software on Linux, Mac OS, and Windows. The MK file format belongs to Developer Files with 1205 other formats. Microsoft Visual...

General Information

Title MK File Extension
Extension .mk
Full Form Makefile
File Type Build Script
Developer Various
MIME Type text/plain

File Function

Primary Function Automation of build processes
Additional Functions Dependency tracking, Compilation coordination
Features Scriptable, Customizable

File Characteristics

Quality Text-based
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Software Development Yes
Automated Builds Yes
Custom Build Rules Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Script execution
Best Practices Code review, Validation

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Varies by tool
Latest Version Varies by tool

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .make, .cmake, .ninja

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
GNU Make Free Windows, Mac, Linux
CMake Free Windows, Mac, Linux
Android Studio Free Windows, Mac, Linux