Files with lin file extension can mostly be found as linetypes (linestyle definitions) for AutoCAD.
.LIN file extension - AutoCAD linetype definition
What is lin file? How to open lin files?
The lin file extension is mostly related to Autodesk AutoCAD, a CAD software for Windows and Apple Mac.
These files contain linetype definitions of 3D objects in a text format. You can import additional linetypes to your drawings.
Updated: April 26, 2025
The default software associated to open lin file:
Company or developer:
Autodesk, Inc.
A CAD designing software with the powerful, flexible features. It is a CAD development platform that provides tools to build custom AutoCAD-based software products for specific markets. The default file formats using by AutoCAD are: DWG and DXF.
Company or developer:
Autodesk, Inc.
AutoCAD for Mac software—it’s AutoCAD, for the Mac, bringing robust 3D free-form design tools and powerful drafting capabilities to your platform of choice. It takes full advantage of the macOS platform, with an intuitive, graphical user interface that makes it easy to bring your ideas to life.
List of recommended software applications associated to the .lin file extension
Recommended software programs are sorted by OS platform (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android etc.)
and possible program actions that can be done with the file: like open lin file, edit lin file, convert lin file, view lin file, play lin file etc. (if exist software for corresponding action in File-Extensions.org's database).
Software that import lin file - AutoCAD linetype definition
Programs supporting the exension lin on the main platforms Windows, Mac, Linux or mobile. Click on the link to get more information about listed programs for import lin file action.
Microsoft Windows:
Main software associated with lin file by default:
AutoCAD
Other suggested software:
SolidWorks
