.ELF File

.elf is Nintendo Wii Game File

Key Features: .ELF File Extension

Features	Description
File Extension	.elf
Format	Binary
Created by	Nintendo
Category	Executable

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What is an .ELF file?

File extension elf is one of the suffixes commonly used for Executable and Linkable Format. Also known simply as ELF, it is a common standard file format for executables, object code, shared libraries, and core dumps, mainly used on Unix and Unix-like systems.

Generally speaking, ELF format has replaced older executable formats in various environments. These are used in my Unix and Linux systems, gaming consoles such as Sony Playstation, Nintendo Wii, or Dreamcast. It was also used in some operating systems running on PowerPC like AmigaOS 4 or MorphOS, and mobile operating systems like Symbian OS 9, or Bada.

ELF format can also have different file extensions to specify its purpose, such as .o files (objects) .so files (shared libraries), .prx or .puff files. But these serve different purpose.

Files with elf extension can be found as executables in the executable and linkable format. Used mainly on some Unix and Linux based systems.

How to open:

The .elf files are executables and are meant to launch program, not to be opened as single files.

How to convert:

These files are executables and cannot be simply converted or exported to something else.

Nintendo Wii Game File - File openers

Windows

Dolphin

Mac

Dolphin

Linux

Dolphin

How to solve problems with ELF files

Associate the ELF file extension with the correct application. On :
Windows: Right click on any ELF file and then click "Open with" > "Choose another app". Now select another program and check the box "Always use this app to open *.ELF files". Mac: Right click (or Ctrl-click) the ELF file, then click "Open with" > "Other...". Then choose another program and check the "Always Open With" box. Linux: Right click on the file, and select "Open with" and choose another program. iPhone: Tap the file. If you do not see an app to open the file, then tap Share "Share" and choose an app. Alternatively, save the file. Then open the Files app Files app. There long-press on the file, then release your finger. You will see a black menu bar. Then tap "Share" and select an app. Android: Tap the Settings icon on your smartphone, then tap on the Apps section. There tap the Options icon in the top right-hand corner of the screen to change the default apps.
Update your software that should actually open .ELF is Nintendo Wii Game File. Because only the current version supports the latest ELF file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Nintendo manufacturer website after an available .ELF is Nintendo Wii Game File update.
To make sure that your ELF file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with antivirus software.