AS files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: ActionScript File
AS files store source code for Flash applications. AS files contain instructions, function definitions, variables and references to resources like system libraries. ActionScript is an object-oriented ...
General Information
| Title | AS File Extension |
| Extension | .as |
| Full Form | ActionScript File |
| File Type | Script/Source Code File |
| Developer | Adobe Systems |
| MIME Type | application/x-actionscript |
File Function
| Primary Function | Contain code |
| Additional Functions | Define behavior, Interactive content |
| Features | Object-oriented, Event-driven |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Code dependent |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Flash Applications | Yes |
| Games | Yes |
| Web Animation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | SWF vulnerabilities |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Code audit |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2000 |
| Latest Version | ActionScript 3.0 (2006) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .swf, .fla, .mxml |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Animate |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| Adobe Flash Builder |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 FlashDevelop |
Free | Windows |
Type 2: AngelScript File
AS files can be edited with basic text editors. An AS file is a source code file written in AngelScript, a scripting library used to extend functionality of applications via external scripts. It conta...
General Information
| Title | AS File Extension |
| Extension | .as |
| Full Form | AngelScript File |
| File Type | Script File |
| Developer | AngelCode |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store code |
| Additional Functions | Game scripting, Modding |
| Features | Syntax similar to C++, Object-oriented |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Game Development | Yes |
| Mod Creation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Script vulnerabilities |
| Best Practices | Validation, Sandbox environment |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2003 |
| Latest Version | AngelScript 2.35.0 (2021) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .cpp, .h, .lua |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| AngelScript SDK |
Free | Cross-platform |
| Notepad++ |
Free | Windows |
 Visual Studio Code |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 3: AppleSingle File
An AngelScript (AS) file contains source code written in AngelScript, a scripting library used to extend applications. AS files include functions, variables, classes, expressions and statements. Angel...
General Information
| Title | AS File Extension |
| Extension | .as |
| Full Form | AppleSingle File |
| File Type | Miscellaneous File |
| Developer | Apple Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/applefile |
File Function
| Primary Function | Encapsulate data |
| Additional Functions | Combine resources |
| Features | Single fork, Metadata storage |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Binary format |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
| Data Transfer | Mac-to-Mac |
| Backup | Yes |
| File Archiving | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Data verification |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Late 1980s |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .MacBinary, .bin |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Apple Finder |
Included | Mac |
| Conversion Tools |
Varies | Cross-platform |