What is an SLK file?
An .SLK file is primarily a Symbolic Link File created by Microsoft. This format transfers spreadsheet data between different database and spreadsheet programs. It stores cell values, formulas, and formatting in a plain text format. Because it uses simple text, many applications read it easily.
However, the .SLK extension has other uses. It can be a SILK audio codec data file used by Skype for voice compression. It also acts as a game data file for StarCraft II by Blizzard Entertainment, or a symbol library link file for EPLAN Electric P8. Because .SLK has multiple possible meanings, we recommend using viewer.online/slk to identify the actual format of your file.
How to open SLK files?
If your .SLK file is a spreadsheet, you can open it with Microsoft Excel, LibreOffice Calc, or Apple Numbers. Text editors like Notepad++ can also reveal the raw data.
If the file contains audio data, specialized audio tools or the Skype client might be necessary. For game data, the file usually operates in the background of StarCraft II and requires no manual opening.
Software and tools
viewer.online/slk analyzes .SLK files to identify their exact format and creator software, shows which programs can open the file, and usually previews it. If you need to edit the file in modern applications, we recommend converting it. You can convert spreadsheet .SLK files to .XLSX or .CSV, and audio files to .MP3 on convert.guru.
Summary
viewer.online/slk directly opens and previews .SLK files in the browser, eliminating the need to install software or troubleshoot compatibility issues.