.KMS File Extension

Keyhole Markup Language Script

General Information

Title KMS File Extension
Extension .kms
Full Form Keyhole Markup Language Script
File Type Script File
Developer Google
MIME Type application/vnd.google-earth.kml+xml

File Function

Primary Function Store geographic data
Additional Functions 3D model visualization
Features Text-based, XML format

File Characteristics

Quality High readability
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency Yes
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Geospatial Analysis Yes
Mapping Applications Yes
Tour Creation Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Script injection
Best Practices Validation, Sanitization

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2008
Latest Version Depends on software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .kmz, .geojson

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Google Earth Free Windows, Mac, Linux
Google Maps Free Web-based
Merkaartor Free Windows, Mac, Linux