.GLD File Extension

Linker script used by the MPLAB C Compiler, which is used to compile program logic for Digital Signal Controllers (DCSs) and other microcontroller units (MCUs); contains instructions that specify how the linker merges program code and data from multiple input files into a resulting output file.

GLD linker scripts are used to control the locations where microcontroller logic and variables are stored in registers and other memory on the chip. Device-specific GLD files can often be found in the support\gld directory within a MPLAB software product installation.

NOTE: The MPLAB C Compiler is also known as MPLAB C30.

Project file created by Ground Loop Design (GLD), an application used for designing ground source heat pump systems; includes design data such as an energy analysis, building heating and cooling capacities, costs, summary information, installation, and C02 (carbon dioxide) emissions.

GLD project files are used to store pump system plans before installation. By default, they are saved in the work files directory of a GLD software installation.

Ground Loop Design is available in Commercial and Residential editions.