MyFileLinktxt

MyFileLinktxt is a simple, plain text artifact used to store a curated list of file references and web links. The term may refer to a specific file name or to a class of lightweight link manifests designed for easy sharing and quick lookup. As a text-based format, it favors portability and human readability over rich metadata.

Structure and content: Each line typically represents a single link or path. A line may contain only a URL or filesystem path, or include an optional description separated by a delimiter such as a vertical bar or tab. Common encodings are UTF-8, and line endings vary by operating system (LF for Unix-like systems, CRLF for Windows). For example, a MyFileLinktxt could contain lines like: https://example.com/report.pdf | Project report; C:\Docs\notes.txt; file:///C:/Media/video.mp4

Usage and benefits: The format supports rapid creation and manual editing without specialized tools. It is suitable for lightweight project inventories, offline reference lists, or simple bookmarks within a constrained environment. Because it is plain text, it can be opened with basic editors and easily versioned with conventional source control.

Limitations and considerations: MyFileLinktxt lacks structured metadata, searchability, and automatic link validation. It does not enforce link correctness, and moving or deleting referenced files can leave orphaned entries. Cross-platform path formats may require normalization, and security considerations should be observed when linking to external resources.

See also: bookmarks.txt, links.txt, URL manifest, simple index files.