.ACO File Extension

Adobe Color File

What Is an ACO File? An ACO file stores a color collection in Adobe Photoshop. Aco files also exist as project files for ArCon software. ACO File Uses ACO color files control graphics colors for pu...

General Information

Title ACO File Extension
Extension .aco
Full Form Adobe Color File
File Type Color Swatch File
Developer Adobe Systems
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store colors
Additional Functions Transfer swatches
Features Indexed, Color palettes

File Characteristics

Quality Dependent on profile
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Graphic Design Yes
Brand Consistency Yes
Web Development Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Profile verification

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release With Photoshop
Latest Version Varies with Photoshop

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .ase, .clr, .gpl

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Adobe Photoshop Subscription Windows, Mac
GIMP Free Windows, Mac, Linux
SwatchBooker Free Windows, Mac, Linux