.MAK File Extension

Makefile

Files with .mak extension are make files for programming languages like C++. Use Visual Studio to open .mak files. You can convert .mak files using our online tool. To convert, select your .mak file. ...

General Information

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

File Function

Primary Function Build automation
Additional Functions Compile code, Link libraries
Features Script-based, Configurable

File Characteristics

Quality Depends on script
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Software Development Yes
Application Building Yes
Automated Tasks Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Script execution
Best Practices Review scripts, Secure environment

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Varies by tool
Latest Version Depends on software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .msc, .sln, .vcxproj, .nmake

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
GNU Make Free Windows, Mac, Linux
Microsoft Visual Studio Free, Paid Windows
NMAKE Free with Visual Studio Windows