Properties of CFG Files and How to Open a File with .cfg Extension

CFG files exist as 9 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Configuration File

CFG files store configuration information for applications or operating systems. If CFG file is text, it could be opened and modified by any text editor. CFG files are used to configure parameters and...

General Information

Title	CFG File Extension
Extension	.cfg
Full Form	Configuration File
File Type	Settings File
Developer	Various
MIME Type	text/plain

File Function

Primary Function	Store settings
Additional Functions	Customize software, Initialize parameters
Features	Text-based, Key-value pairs

File Characteristics

Quality	Depends on content
Supports Layers	No
Supports Transparency	No
Editable	Yes

Use Cases

Software Configuration	Yes
Game Settings	Yes
System Preferences	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	Sensitive information
Best Practices	Encrypt sensitive data, Access control

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release	Varies
Latest Version	Varies

Associated Types

Similar Extensions

.ini, .conf, .json, .xml

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
Windows OS	N/A	Windows
Linux OS	N/A	Linux
Mac OS	N/A	Mac
Various Applications	N/A	Various

Type 2: Celestia Configuration File

General Information

Title	CFG File Extension
Extension	.cfg
Full Form	Configuration File
File Type	Settings File
Developer	Various
MIME Type	text/plain

File Function

Primary Function	Store settings
Additional Functions	Customize behavior, Save preferences
Features	Text-based, Readable

File Characteristics

Quality	Not applicable
Supports Layers	No
Supports Transparency	No
Editable	Yes
Text-based	Yes

Use Cases

Application Configuration	Yes
Game Settings	Yes
Software Customization	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	Minimal
Best Practices	Backup, Version control

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release	Varies
Latest Version	Depends on software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions

.ini, .conf, .setting

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
Celestia	Free	Windows, Mac, Linux
Various Applications	Varies	Varies

Type 3: Cal3D Model Configuration File

CFG files are Cal3D Model Configuration Data. Cal3D is a 3D character animation library. The CFG file references model components. It combines them together. The file contains references to Cal3D ske...

General Information

Title	CFG File Extension
Extension	.cfg
Full Form	Cal3D Model Configuration File
File Type	Configuration File
Developer	Cal3D Project
MIME Type	text/plain

File Function

Primary Function	Store configuration
Additional Functions	Reference models, textures
Features	Text-based, Referential

File Characteristics

Quality	Structure dependent
Supports Layers	N/A
Supports Transparency	N/A
Editable	Yes

Use Cases

3D Model Animation	Yes
Game Development	Yes
Virtual Reality	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	Low
Best Practices	Validate format, Safe storage

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release	Early 2000s
Latest Version	Project inactive

Associated Types

Similar Extensions

.xmf, .xrf, .caf, .xaf

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
Blender Cal3D Exporter	Free	Windows, Mac, Linux
Cal3D Miniviewer	Free	Windows, Linux

Type 4: MAME Configuration File

General Information

Title	CFG File Extension
Extension	.cfg
Full Form	Configuration File
File Type	Configuration File
Developer	Multiple
MIME Type	text/plain

File Function

Primary Function	Store settings
Additional Functions	Customize operation
Features	Text-based, Editable

File Characteristics

Quality	Not applicable
Supports Layers	No
Supports Transparency	No
Editable	Yes

Use Cases

Game Emulation	Yes
Software Configuration	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	Low
Best Practices	Backup, Validate syntax

Historical/Version Information

Associated With	MAME versions
Configuration Evolution	Varies by software

Associated Types

Related Extensions

.ini, .conf

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
MAME	Free	Windows, Mac, Linux

Type 5: LightWave Configuration File

General Information

Title	CFG File Extension
Extension	.cfg
Full Form	Configuration File
File Type	Settings File
Developer	NewTek
MIME Type	text/plain

File Function

Primary Function	Store settings
Additional Functions	Save preferences, Retain customizations
Features	Text-based, Readable, Editable

File Characteristics

Quality	N/A
Supports Layers	N/A
Supports Transparency	N/A
Editable	Yes

Use Cases

3D Modeling	Yes
Animation	Yes
Rendering	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	Low
Best Practices	Backup, Avoid manual edit

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release	1990s
Relevant Software Versions	LightWave 3D 6-2023

Associated Types

Similar Extensions

.lwo, .lws, .lxe

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
LightWave 3D	Commercial	Windows, Mac
Text Editors	Free	Varies

Type 6: Citrix Server Connection File

General Information

Title	CFG File Extension
Extension	.cfg
Full Form	Configuration File
File Type	Text File
Developer	Citrix Systems
MIME Type	text/plain

File Function

Primary Function	Store settings
Additional Functions	Facilitate remote connections
Features	Text-based, Readable

File Characteristics

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

Use Cases

Remote Access	Yes
Server Configuration	Yes
Client Configuration	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	Sensitive data exposure
Best Practices	Encryption, Access control

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release	1989
Relevant Software	Citrix Workspace, Citrix Receiver

Associated Types

Similar Extensions

.ica, .inis, .conf

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
Citrix Workspace	Subscription	Windows, Mac, Linux, Mobile
Citrix Receiver (Legacy)	Free	Windows, Mac, Linux, Mobile

Type 7: Wesnoth Markup Language File

CFG files contain code in the Wesnoth Markup Language (WML). This defines aspects of the game "The Battle for Wesnoth", including scenarios, units and campaigns. You can edit CFG files using any text ...

General Information

Title	WML File Extension
Extension	.cfg
Full Form	Wesnoth Markup Language File
File Type	Game Configuration File
Developer	Battle for Wesnoth Project
MIME Type	text/plain

File Function

Primary Function	Store game data
Additional Functions	Define scenarios, units
Features	Text-based, Hierarchical

File Characteristics

Quality	Text readability
Supports Layers	N/A
Supports Transparency	N/A
Editable	Yes

Use Cases

Game Modding	Yes
Game Development	Yes
Data Organization	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	Low risk
Best Practices	Validate syntax

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release	2003
Latest Version	Based on game version

Associated Types

Similar Extensions

.wml, .lua

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
Battle for Wesnoth	Free	Windows, Mac, Linux
Notepad++	Free	Windows
TextEdit	Free	Mac

Type 8: M.U.G.E.N Configuration File

Users can modify game's behavior and rules by editing configuration files. CFG files contain settings for general engine behavior like screen resolution and sound. You can also define character and st...

General Information

Title	M.U.G.E.N Configuration File
Extension	.cfg
Full Form	Configuration File
File Type	Settings File
Developer	Elecbyte
MIME Type	text/plain

File Function

Primary Function	Store settings
Additional Functions	Customize characters, stages, gameplay
Features	Text-based, Key-value pairs

File Characteristics

Quality	Plain text
Supports Layers	No
Supports Transparency	No
Editable	Yes

Use Cases

Game Customization	Yes
Game Development	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	Low
Best Practices	Validate input, Backup original

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release	1999
Significant Updates	Engine updates, Custom content

Associated Types

Similar Extensions

.def, .sff, .snd, .air, .fnt

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
M.U.G.E.N	Free	Windows
Fighters	Free	Windows
Text Editors	Free	Windows, Mac, Linux

Type 9: Source Engine Configuration File

Configuration file is a text file used to execute console commands. The .cfg extension is found everywhere. Tip: Keep situational keybinds in files besides autoexec.cfg. Confirm: What happens after ex...

CFG files serve as configuration files in Source games like Half-Life 2. These plain text command lists customize in-game settings. Commands are one per line, responsible for aspects of game.

To test if program makes default CFG file, move it when program not running. Open program and check directory for new file. Also, delete CFG file to revert to defaults.

View .CFG files with File Viewer Plus. Programs opening CFG files.

Config file has commands executed by game or player. Note: Custom files don’t get VAC-banned. Files serve purpose in engine. Valve includes many with games for keybinds, settings.

GoldSrc game configs are in mod folder top level. Source configs are in /cfg folder. Half-Life 2 keeps configs in /hl2/cfg.

Info on common config files.

CFG files include software options and settings. Software checks them for application settings. Most use XML or JSON formats depending on developer. Editing standard formats is easy as numerous information exists. Edit custom text or formats through guides or trial and error.

Mac software uses CFG format for configuration. macOS recognizes it and attempts opening in TextEdit. TextEdit not designed for large files with options. Third-party editors like Atom or MacVim easier to understand and edit. But TextEdit best built-in CFG editor option. To open in TextEdit, find CFG file in Finder and double-click it.

Some .cfg files contain program initial configuration and settings. Also created when changing program or application settings. For example, changing application interface settings creates new CFG file for those settings.

CSGO developer console and configs can look like nightmare. Here’s guide on what they are, finding them, setting up autoexec and server configs. Unlike many games, CSGO allows detailed setup through developer console and configs. However, new players may find it difficult. This guide covers what configs are, finding them, setting up autoexec and server configs.

Config files are list of settings you want game to apply. Private server config. Executing config on custom server. Config files not difficult.

RMCProfile is modeling program reconstructing 3D model fitting data. Format description not available.

Cal3D is animation library. Format description not available.

Configuration files usually configure program settings on computer. Certain files generated by changing application or operating system component configuration. Usually in plain text format corresponding to application, but sometimes binary format only read by application or component which created it.

RMCProfile related. Modeling program reconstructing 3D model fitting data. Visit manufacturer website for format and RMCProfile information.

Using autoexec.cfg safest way to control configurations in Valve game. Use especially for general settings like networking and graphics.

CFG files or configuration files usually configure program settings on computer. Certain files generated by changing application or operating system component configuration. Although usually in plain text format corresponding to application, sometimes binary format only read by application or component which created it.

General Information

Title	CFG File Extension
Extension	.cfg
Full Form	Configuration File
File Type	Configuration File
Developer	Valve Corporation
MIME Type	text/plain

File Function

Primary Function	Store settings
Additional Functions	Customize behavior, Execute commands
Features	Plain text, Key-value pairs

File Characteristics

Quality	Text readable
Supports Layers	N/A
Supports Transparency	N/A
Editable	Yes

Use Cases

Game Customization	Yes
Server Configuration	Yes
Mod Development	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	Script injection
Best Practices	Validation, Avoid sensitive data

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release	2004
Latest Version	As per game update

Associated Types

Similar Extensions

.autoexec, .vdf, .gamemenu

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
Valve's Source SDK	Free	Windows
Notepad++	Free	Windows
Vim	Free	Windows, Mac, Linux