Linker Script File
General Information
| Title | LKR File Extension |
| Extension | .lkr |
| Full Form | Linker Script File |
| File Type | Development File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define memory layout |
| Additional Functions | Control linking process |
| Features | Script-based, Configurable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Embedded Systems | Yes |
| Application Development | No |
| Firmware Linking | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Version control, Documentation |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Dependent on toolchain |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .o, .obj, .hex |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 GNU Linker (ld) |
Free | Various |
 IAR Embedded Workbench |
Paid | Windows |
 Microchip MPLAB X |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |