Visual Studio Natvis File
General Information
| Title | NATVIS File Extension |
| Extension | .natvis |
| Full Form | Visual Studio Natvis File |
| File Type | Visualization File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/xml |
File Function
| Primary Function | Customize debugger |
| Additional Functions | Define visualizations |
| Features | XML-based, Debugging aid |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Not applicable |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Software Debugging | Yes |
| Data Visualization | Yes |
| Developer Productivity | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Version control, Review changes |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | With Visual Studio |
| Latest Version | Depends on Visual Studio |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .cs, .cpp, .h |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Visual Studio |
Free, Paid | Windows |
| Visual Studio Code |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |