File Extension Library


.EL File Extension

  • Developer by: The GNU Project
  • Category: Developer Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .EL files and how to open them?

Can't open .EL file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .EL file.

What is a .EL file extension?

.EL file extension is created by The GNU Project. .EL has been classified as Developer Files. The format of .EL file is Binary.

.EL is Emacs Lisp Code File

Lisp file referenced by Emacs, a basic multiplatform text editor; contains Lisp code that may define Emacs configuraton settings or may add additional features to the program.

NOTE: EL files that provide extra program features are often saved as compiled .ELC files, which allows them load faster.

List of all softwares that can open the Emacs Lisp Code File
Windows
GNU Emacs
Mac
GNU Emacs
Linux
GNU Emacs

How to fix problems with .EL files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .EL files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .EL file format
  2. You need to check the .EL file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)