CTX files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Visual Basic Control Binary File
A CTX file stores images and binary data created by Visual Basic software. It is saved with a .CTL file defining the ActiveX control. CTX files are also created by Cherrytree, a note-taking applicatio...
General Information
| Title | CTX File Extension |
| Extension | .ctx |
| Full Form | Control Binary File |
| File Type | Binary File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/x-ctx |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store controls |
| Additional Functions | User interface persistence |
| Features | Binary format, Encapsulated data |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Binary encoded |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With specific tools |
Use Cases
| Software Development | Yes |
| UI Component Storage | Yes |
| Legacy Systems | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Obsolete format |
| Best Practices | Version control, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Mid-1990s |
| Latest Version | Visual Basic 6 (1998) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ocx, .vbx, .dll |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Visual Basic 6.0 |
Licensed | Windows |
 VB6 Control Creation Edition |
Licensed | Windows |
Type 2: Cherrytree Password-protected SQLite Document
General Information
| Title | CTX File Extension |
| Extension | .ctx |
| Full Form | Cherrytree Password-protected SQLite Document |
| File Type | Encrypted Database File |
| Developer | Giuseppe Penone |
| MIME Type | application/x-cherrytree |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store notes, data |
| Additional Functions | Encrypt content |
| Features | Hierarchical organization, Rich text |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High encryption |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With Cherrytree |
Use Cases
| Note Taking | Yes |
| Data Organizing | Yes |
| Personal Information Management | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Password guessing |
| Best Practices | Strong password, Regular backups |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Not specified |
| Latest Version | Refer to official website |
Associated Types
| Unencrypted Extension | .ctd |
| XML Type | .ctb, .ctz |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Cherrytree |
Free | Windows, Linux, MacOS |
Type 3: Valve ICE Encoded Script
CTX is the file format of an ICE encoded script used in Source games. The engine reads from CTX files even if txt versions are present. There are issues opening .CTX files. You may need to associate M...
General Information
| Title | CTX File Extension |
| Extension | .ctx |
| Full Form | Valve ICE Encoded Script File |
| File Type | Game Script File |
| Developer | Valve Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store scripts |
| Additional Functions | Game data encoding |
| Features | Encrypted, Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High efficiency |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With tools |
Use Cases
| Game Development | Yes |
| Mod Creation | Yes |
| Game Localization | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Tampering risk |
| Best Practices | Validation, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | With game |
| Latest Version | Varies with game |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .vdf, .gcf, .vpk |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Valve Games |
Varies | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Steam |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Third-party Tools |
Varies | Varies |