SPL files exist as 6 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: FutureSplash Animation
The SPL file extension has 9 known uses. The most popular type is FutureSplash Animation. FutureSplash Animator was software for creating vector animations. It was developed by FutureWave Software bef...
General Information
| Title | .SPL File Extension |
| Extension | .spl |
| Full Form | FutureSplash Animation File |
| File Type | Animation File |
| Developer | FutureWave Software |
| MIME Type | application/futuresplash |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store animations |
| Additional Functions | Vector graphics, Interactive content |
| Features | Lightweight, Early web animations |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Vector-based |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Online Animation | Historically |
| Multimedia Content | Historically |
| Interactive Games | Historically |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Obsolete format |
| Best Practices | Use modern formats |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1995 |
| Latest Version | Integrated into Flash |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .swf, .fla |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Flash Player |
Discontinued | Windows, Mac |
| Adobe Animate |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 Web Browsers (Historical) |
Free | Varied |
Type 2: Windows Print Spool File
SPL files save print job data temporarily in a raw printer format. They are stored in C:\Windows\System32\spool\PRINTERS\ when a print job is submitted. Windows also saves a .SHD "shadow" file. This a...
General Information
| Title | SPL File Extension |
| Extension | .spl |
| Full Form | Windows Print Spool File |
| File Type | Spool File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store print jobs |
| Additional Functions | Queue management |
| Features | Binary format, Temporary storage |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Not directly |
Use Cases
| Document Printing | Yes |
| Print Queue Management | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Spoofing, Tampering |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Spooler service monitoring |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early Windows versions |
| Latest Version | Updated with OS |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .shd, .tmp, .gdi |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Windows |
OS License | Windows |
| Print Management Console |
Free | Windows |
Type 3: sPlan Schematic Diagram File
The SPL file extension is related to a print job file used in previous versions of the Microsoft Windows operating system. An SPL file contains commands. You can view, edit, convert from to SPL, merge...
General Information
| Title | SPL File Extension |
| Extension | .spl |
| Full Form | sPlan Schematic Diagram File |
| File Type | CAD File |
| Developer | ABACOM Ingenieurgesellschaft |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.abacom.spl |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store schematics |
| Additional Functions | Print layouts, Share designs |
| Features | Layer support, Vector graphics |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Electrical Engineering | Yes |
| Circuit Design | Yes |
| Education | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Backup files |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | sPlan 7.0 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .lay, .pcb, .sch |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| sPlan |
Paid, Trial available | Windows |
Type 4: Splunk Application Package
The Splunk Packaging Toolkit provides tools for authoring and packaging Splunk apps. The Toolkit helps improve app installation, configuration, updates. The CLI uses slim command with syntax: slim [-v...
General Information
| Title | SPL File Extension |
| Extension | .spl |
| Full Form | Splunk Application Package |
| File Type | Archived Application File |
| Developer | Splunk Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/x-splunk-app |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store Splunk apps |
| Additional Functions | Facilitate app sharing, installation |
| Features | Compressed, Contains resources |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured data |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, via Splunk |
Use Cases
| Data Analytics | Yes |
| Operational Intelligence | Yes |
| Security Monitoring | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code execution |
| Best Practices | Validate source, Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 2000s |
| Latest Version | Varies with Splunk version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .tar.gz, .zip, .tgz |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Splunk Enterprise |
Free, Paid tiers | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Splunk Cloud |
Subscription-based | Cloud service |
Type 5: Shakespeare Programming Language Source Code
General Information
| Title | SPL File Extension |
| Extension | .spl |
| Full Form | Shakespeare Programming Language Source Code |
| File Type | Source Code File |
| Developer | Karl Hasselström, Jon Åslund |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Contain source code |
| Additional Functions | Interpreted for execution |
| Features | Esoteric, English-like syntax |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Readable as a play |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Educational Purposes | Yes |
| Creative Coding | Yes |
| Programming Challenges | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Code review |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2001 |
| Latest Update | Varies with interpreter |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .bf (Brainfuck), .ws (Whitespace) |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Shakespearelang Interpreter |
Free | Cross-platform |
Type 6: Vim Spelling Dictionary
General Information
| Title | SPL File Extension |
| Extension | .spl |
| Full Form | Vim Spelling Dictionary File |
| File Type | Dictionary File |
| Developer | Bram Moolenaar, Vim community |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.adobe.flash.movie |
File Function
| Primary Function | Spell checking |
| Additional Functions | Word storage, Language support |
| Features | Multi-language, Customizable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Machine-readable |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
| Text Editing | Yes |
| Programming | Yes |
| Documentation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Custom dictionaries |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Before 2006 |
| Latest Version | Linked to Vim |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dict, .aff |
