ACT files exist as 6 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: ADPCM Compressed Audio
The ACT format is an 8 kbit/s ADPCM compressed audio format used by many Chinese MP3 players, MP4 players with recording functions, and voice recorders. Models that use ACT often do so only for their ...
General Information
Title | ACT File Extension |
Extension | .act |
Full Form | ADPCM Compressed Audio File |
File Type | Audio File |
Developer | Various |
MIME Type | audio/x-adpcm |
File Function
Primary Function | Store audio |
Additional Functions | Compress audio |
Features | Lossy compression, Low bitrate |
File Characteristics
Quality | Low fidelity |
Supports Layers | No |
Supports Transparency | No |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
Voice Recording | Yes |
Music Storage | Rarely |
Audiobooks | Rarely |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low |
Best Practices | Regular updates, Anti-virus |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Unknown |
Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .wav, .mp3, .aac |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
MP3 Player Utilities | Free | Windows |
VLC Media Player | Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
ZiSun PlayPad | Free | Windows |
Type 2: Alma CAD/CAM Document
Learn about ACT file extensions. ACT files store data created with CAD/CAM software. They contain instructions for operating cutting machines or welding robots. The ACT format works with various techn...
General Information
Title | ACT File Extension |
Extension | .act |
Full Form | Alma CAD/CAM Document |
File Type | CAD/CAM File |
Developer | Alma |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store project data |
Additional Functions | Store geometry, tool paths |
Features | 2D/3D design, CAM data |
File Characteristics
Quality | High precision |
Supports Layers | Yes |
Supports Transparency | No |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
Manufacturing | Yes |
Metal Cutting | Yes |
Woodworking | Possible |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Limited |
Best Practices | Regular backups, access control |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Not public |
Latest Version | Depends on AlmaCAM version |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .dxf, .dwg, .nc |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
AlmaCAM | Licensed | Windows |
Type 3: Adobe Color Table File
ACT files are Adobe Color Table files used by Photoshop to store predefined colors. They allow optimizing images for web publishing by adding or reducing colors to improve quality or file size. ACT fi...
General Information
Title | ACT File Extension |
Extension | .act |
Full Form | Adobe Color Table File |
File Type | Color Palette File |
Developer | Adobe Systems |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store colors |
Additional Functions | Color indexing, Color referencing |
Features | Palette data, Indexed format |
File Characteristics
Quality | Fixed palette |
Supports Layers | No |
Supports Transparency | Depends on palette |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
Graphic Design | Yes |
Image Editing | Yes |
Color Swatches | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low |
Best Practices | Regular updates, Authentic sources |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | 1980s |
Latest Version | Varies with Adobe apps |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .aco, .ase, .pal |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Adobe Photoshop | Subscription | Windows, Mac |
Adobe Illustrator | Subscription | Windows, Mac |
GIMP | Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 4: DS Game Maker Action File
File used by DS Game Maker to create Nintendo DS games. Contains game action written in C. Used for graphics, sounds, transitions, logic. Also other actions. More info at manufacturer's website. Store...
General Information
Title | .ACT File Extension |
Extension | .act |
Full Form | DS Game Maker Action File |
File Type | Game Development File |
Developer | DS Game Maker |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store actions |
Additional Functions | Define behaviors |
Features | Customizable, Reusable |
File Characteristics
Quality | Dependent on content |
Supports Layers | N/A |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | Yes, with software |
Use Cases
Game Development | Yes |
Prototyping | Yes |
Educational Purposes | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low |
Best Practices | Validate actions, Backup regularly |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | 2007 |
Latest Version | Depends on DS Game Maker |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .dsgm, .nds |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
DS Game Maker | Commercial | Windows |
Type 5: Genesis3D Actor File
The .act file extension is associated with Genesis3D engine pack. It is a real-time 3D rendering environment for Windows. The .act file contains 3D actor data like object motions, skins and materials....
General Information
Title | ACT File Extension |
Extension | .act |
Full Form | Genesis3D Actor File |
File Type | 3D Model File |
Developer | Eclipse Entertainment |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store 3D actors |
Additional Functions | Animation data |
Features | 3D model, Animation |
File Characteristics
Quality | Varies |
Supports Layers | No |
Supports Transparency | Yes |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
Game Development | Yes |
Virtual Reality | Possible |
3D Animation | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low |
Best Practices | Regular updates, File scanning |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Late 1990s |
Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .bip, .bvh, .g3d |
Type 6: FoxPro Documenting Wizard Action Diagram
A file extension format specifies how information is encoded for storage in a computer file. The Visual FoxPro Documenting Wizard Action Diagram (.act) file stores diagrams showing relations in FoxPro...
General Information
Title | ACT File Extension |
Extension | .act |
Full Form | FoxPro Documenting Wizard Action Diagram |
File Type | Visual FoxPro Document |
Developer | Microsoft |
MIME Type | application/vnd.ms-visual-foxpro |
File Function
Primary Function | Store visual diagram |
Additional Functions | Document actions, Visualize processes |
Features | Visual representation, Action flow |
File Characteristics
Quality | Structured data |
Supports Layers | N/A |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | Yes, with Visual FoxPro |
Use Cases
Database Development | Yes |
Data Visualization | Yes |
Process Mapping | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Macro viruses |
Best Practices | Regular updates, Code review |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | 1990s |
Latest Version | Visual FoxPro 9 (2004) |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .scx, .vcx, .prg, .frx |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Microsoft Visual FoxPro | Commercial | Windows |