Avid Log Exchange File
General Information
| Title | ALE File Extension |
| Extension | .ale |
| Full Form | Avid Log Exchange File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Avid Technology |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store metadata |
| Additional Functions | Link media |
| Features | Tab-delimited, Text-based |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text data |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Video Editing | Yes |
| Film Production | Yes |
| Broadcasting | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Version control, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Varies by software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .edl, .xml, .omf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Avid Media Composer |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 Avid Pro Tools |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 DaVinci Resolve |
Free, Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |