.ASL File Extension

ASL files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Photoshop Style

Photoshop Style files use the ASL extension. They are useful for applying the same styles to multiple objects. ASL files can contain one or more Photoshop styles. They allow backing up and sharing sty...

General Information

Title ASL File Extension
Extension .asl
Full Form Adobe Photoshop Style
File Type Style File
Developer Adobe Systems
MIME Type application/x-photoshop

File Function

Primary Function Store styles
Additional Functions Preserve effects
Features Reusability, Customizable

File Characteristics

Quality High
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency Yes
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Graphic Design Yes
Web Design Yes
UI/UX Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Regular updates, Verified sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Early versions Photoshop
Latest Version Photoshop 2023

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .psd, .atn, .pat

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Adobe Photoshop Paid Windows, Mac
Adobe Photoshop Elements Paid Windows, Mac
GIMP with PSPI plugin Free Windows, Mac, Linux

Type 2: LiveSplit Auto Splitter Script

LiveSplit allows gamers to time speedruns. Splits are sub-timers for game sections. An ASL file is a script for LiveSplit. It automates adjusting the timer. This saves time for speedrunners. They don'...

General Information

Title ASL File Extension
Extension .asl
Full Form Auto Splitter Script
File Type Script File
Developer LiveSplit Team
MIME Type text/plain

File Function

Primary Function Automates splitting
Additional Functions Speedrun timing
Features Scriptable, Event-driven

File Characteristics

Quality Text-based
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Speedrunning Yes
Game Timing Yes
Automation Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Script injection
Best Practices Code verification, Sandbox environment

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Unknown
Latest Version Depends on Game

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .lss, .splits

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
LiveSplit Free Windows