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LY File Extension

LY file extension is created by GNU, also known as LilyPond File. LY has been classified as Data Files. The format of this file type has not been determined yet. You can open LY files in GNU LilyPond program.



LilyPond File Type

LilyPond File Type
Extension .ly
Developer GNU
Popularity 5.0 (2 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program GNU LilyPond
Category Data Files
Format Not Available
Updated 12/1/2024

What is a LY File Type?

The LY files are saved in a text-only format that can be edited with a text editor. It can be processed by LilyPond and turned into printable compositions.



Free online LY Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .LY (LilyPond File) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to LY, merge, split and compare the LY files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.



LY Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the LilyPond File .LY File Extensions while opening the .LY files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open LY Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for LilyPond File on your system such as GNU LilyPond.
  2. Associate default Gnu Lilypond GNU LilyPond program for *.ly (LilyPond File) files.

    Associate LY Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.LY (e.g example.ly) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Gnu Lilypond GNU LilyPond program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .ly files.

    Associate LY Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.LY (e.g example.ly) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Gnu Lilypond GNU LilyPond program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .GNU LilyPond extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related LY File Extensions

LY default file extension is .LY and other similer related extensions are:



All Platform Software Programs for LY File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the LY files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open LY File on Windows

Software License Developer
GNU LilyPond image. GNU LilyPond 000 for Windows Free GNU LilyPond

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen LY File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
GNU LilyPond image. GNU LilyPond 000 for MacOs Free GNU LilyPond

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen LY file on Linux

Software License Developer
GNU LilyPond image. GNU LilyPond 000 for Linux Free GNU LilyPond

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen LY file on Web

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iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen LY file on iOS

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Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen LY file on Android

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

LY file extension icon image.About LY - LilyPond File

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Updated 12/1/2024


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