.ASY File Extension

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

Type 1: Asymptote Module

General Information

Title ASY File Extension
Extension .asy
Full Form Asymptote Module File
File Type Vector Graphics Script
Developer The Asymptote Project
MIME Type text/plain

File Function

Primary Function Store code
Additional Functions Generate graphics
Features Script-based, 2D/3D graphics

File Characteristics

Quality High precision
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency Yes
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Technical Illustration Yes
Academic Papers Yes
Complex Diagrams Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Script execution
Best Practices Validate source

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2004
Latest Version Check official website

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .pdf, .eps, .tex

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Asymptote Free Windows, Mac, Linux
TeX Live Free Windows, Mac, Linux
MikTeX Free Windows, Mac, Linux

Type 2: LTspice Symbol File

The ASY file extension has two file types. One type is the LTspice IV Circuit Diagram file. LTspice is software implementing a simulator of electronic circuits. It is produced by Linear Technology. Th...

General Information

Title ASY File Extension
Extension .asy
Full Form LTspice Symbol File
File Type Symbol Definition File
Developer Analog Devices
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store symbols
Additional Functions Define graphical representation
Features Editable, ASCII format

File Characteristics

Quality Text-based
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Circuit Design Yes
Educational Purposes Yes
Professional Engineering Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Version control

Historical/Version Information

Associated with LTspice IV, LTspice XVII

Associated Types

Circuit Files .asc, .net
Model Files .lib, .sub

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
LTspice Free Windows, Mac