SO File Extension

SO file extension is created by Developer, also known as Shared Library. SO has been classified as Developer Files. This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open SO files in GNU Compiler Collection (GCC) program.

Shared Library File Type

What is a SO File Type?

Shared libraries can be created from .O files containing compilations of C or C + + code. OS files are usually saved in designated places in the filesystem and linked by programs that require their functions.

The SO files are usually built with gcc " and gcc ". C + + compiler that is part of the GNU Compiler Collection.

Free online SO Tools & Apps

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

SO Converter

Open SO

Edit SO

Compare SO Files

Merge SO Files

Split SO Files

SO Metadata Viewer

SO Files Common Issues

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

Can't Open SO Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Shared Library on your system such as GNU Compiler Collection (GCC).
2. Associate default Gnu GNU Compiler Collection (GCC) program for *.so (Shared Library) files.
   
   
   

   Associate SO Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.SO (e.g example.so) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Gnu GNU Compiler Collection (GCC) 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 Compiler Collection (GCC) extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related SO File Extensions

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

All Platform Software Programs for SO File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the SO 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.

Open SO File on Windows

Open SO File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	GNU Compiler Collection (GCC) 8.2 for MacOs	Open Source	GNU

Open SO file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer
	GNU Compiler Collection (GCC) 8.2 for Linux	Open Source	GNU

Open SO file on Web

Open SO file on iOS

Open SO file on Android

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.

About SO - Shared Library

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