COS files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Capture One Settings File
We have free online apps that can view, edit, convert, merge, split, compare COS files without installing anything. COS means Capture One Settings Format. Phase One defined this format. COS files may ...
General Information
| Title | COS File Extension |
| Extension | .cos |
| Full Form | Capture One Settings File |
| File Type | Settings File |
| Developer | Phase One |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store adjustments |
| Additional Functions | Preserve edits, Enhance workflow |
| Features | Non-destructive, Reusable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Not Applicable |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Not Applicable |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Photography Editing | Yes |
| Image Management | Yes |
| Batch Processing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Backup, Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies by software version |
| Latest Version | Varies by Capture One releases |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .costyle, .copreset, .col50 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Capture One |
Paid, Free trial | Windows, Mac |
Type 2: Creatures CAOS File
The COS file extension has two file types, mostly as Capture One Settings files. It can open with two programs, mainly Phase One's Capture One software. COS files are listed as Settings files and some...
General Information
| Title | COS File Extension |
| Extension | .cos |
| Full Form | Creatures Object Source File |
| File Type | Game File |
| Developer | Creatures Labs |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store scripts |
| Additional Functions | Control behavior |
| Features | Event-driven, Agent-based |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Game Modding | Yes |
| Custom Agents | Yes |
| AI Behavior | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Script validation, Backup original |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1996 |
| Latest Version | Related to game version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .c16, .s16, .spr |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Creatures |
Commercial | Windows, Mac |
| Creatures 2 |
Commercial | Windows, Mac |
| Creatures 3 |
Commercial | Windows, Mac |
| Docking Station |
Free | Windows, Mac |