Having trouble opening .lhs extension? Don't panic! This page explains what lhs files are as well as suggests programs you may use to open lhs files. You can download these programs through this page.
What is a LHS file?
Lhs file extension has Literate Haskell Script file type, which is associated with the "developer files" category.
Written in Haskell programming language, the file is quite similar to the .HS file. However, LHS files may contain commentary with only those lines that start with “>” to be considered program code.
To learn how you can open the given file, read the information below.
How to open LHS file?
Double click the lhs file to open it. The file will open automatically if file associations have been correctly installed and there is a proper program on your computer; if not, file associations may be corrupted and your OS either cannot find the proper program, or you might not have one for opening the file. First, we recommend downloading our utility to fix file association errors; then, you can download any program for opening the .lhs extension from the ones suggested below. If you are certain there is nothing wrong with the file associations, you may proceed to method 2 right away; besides, if you can't make up your mind when choosing the right program, use Universal File Viewer from the last method.
- Method 1: Fix file association errors
- Method 2: Download the appropriate software
- Method 3: Use universal file viewer
Method 1: Fix file association errors
Follow these steps in order to automatically fix the lhs extension associations' problem in no time:
- Step 1: Click on "Download Solution" to download automatic tool provided by WikiExt.
- Step 2: Click "Start Scan" to identify all potential issues.
- Step 3: Review scan results and click "Fix Items".
File Size: 3.04 MB, Download time: < 1 min. on DSL/ADSL/Cable
This Tool is Compatible With: 
Method 2: Download the appropriate software
The given list provides programs which may be used for opening or converting the lhs file. Choose the proper program for your OS, and click it to start the download or proceed to the developer's website.
Programs that open LHS files
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Windows
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Viewer Plus
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The Haskell Platform
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Leksah Project Leksah
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EclipseFP
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Helium
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WinHugs
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gVim
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yi
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MacOS
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The Haskell Platform
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Leksah Project Leksah
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MacroMates TextMate
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EclipseFP
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MacVim
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Helium
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Hugs
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yi
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Linux
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The Haskell Platform
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Leksah Project Leksah
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EclipseFP
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Hugs
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HBC compiler
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GNU Emacs
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Vi
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Method 3: Use universal file viewer
In addition to the list of programs above, we recommend using Universal File Viewer. This tool can open over 250 file extensions and, most likely, it will be able to open the lhs file as well. Download Universal File Viewer for your OS.