Microsoft Library Description File
General Information
| Title | Library Description File |
| Extension | .library-ms |
| Full Form | Microsoft Library Description File |
| File Type | Windows Library Description File |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/windows-library+xml |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store library configurations |
| Additional Functions | Reference content locations |
| Features | Aggregation, Customization |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured, XML-based |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With text editor |
Use Cases
| File Organization | Yes |
| User Libraries | Yes |
| Media Collection | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low, configuration data |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Avoid manual edit |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Windows 7 |
| Deprecated | Windows 8.1 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .lnk, .url |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Windows Explorer |
Free | Windows |
 Shell Libraries |
Free | Windows |