SETTINGS files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Visual Studio Settings File
Customized settings file created by Visual Studio, Windows software development tool by Microsoft. Contains properties accessed in C# code using Properties.Settings API. Used for frequently-accessed s...
General Information
| Title | .SETTINGS File Extension |
| Extension | .settings |
| Full Form | Visual Studio Settings File |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | text/xml |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store configurations |
| Additional Functions | Import, Export settings |
| Features | Customizable, Portable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Development Settings | Yes |
| IDE Customization | Yes |
| Personal Preferences | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Information disclosure |
| Best Practices | Sensitive data exclusion |
Historical/Version Information
| Introduced with | Visual Studio .NET |
| Latest Version | Visual Studio 2022 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .suo, .user, .vssettings |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Visual Studio |
Free, Paid | Windows, Mac |
 MonoDevelop |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: iConomy Settings
The SETTINGS file is related to compositing software Blackmagic Design Fusion for visual effects artists, broadcast, motion graphic designers and 3D animators. Visit manufacturer's website for informa...
General Information
| Title | .settings File Extension |
| Extension | .settings |
| Full Form | iConomy Settings File |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | Nijikokun |
| MIME Type | application/json |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store configuration |
| Additional Functions | Customize behavior |
| Features | Human-readable, Editable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on settings |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Game Servers | Yes |
| Plugin Configuration | Yes |
| Economy Management | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Insecure settings |
| Best Practices | Validate input, Backup files |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2011 |
| Latest Version | Depends on plugin |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .yml, .json, .conf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Minecraft Server |
Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Any Text Editor |
Free | Varies |
 JSON Editors |
Free, Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |