Desktop Shortcut File
General Information
| Title | .DESKLINK File Extension |
| Extension | .desklink |
| Full Form | Desktop Shortcut File |
| File Type | Shortcut File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/x-ms-shortcut |
File Function
| Primary Function | Provide shortcut |
| Additional Functions | Quick access, Link representation |
| Features | Non-executable, Shell link |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Low complexity |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Desktop Shortcut | Yes |
| Quick Launch | Yes |
| Taskbar Pinning | No |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Altered path |
| Best Practices | Verify shortcut, Regular checks |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Windows 95 |
| Latest Update | Included in latest Windows |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .lnk, .url, .pif |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Windows Explorer |
Built-in | Windows |
 Shell |
Built-in | Windows |