Director File
General Information
| Title | .DIR File Extension |
| Extension | .dir |
| Full Form | Director File |
| File Type | Media Container File |
| Developer | Macromedia (now Adobe Systems) |
| MIME Type | application/x-director |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store media |
| Additional Functions | Contain multimedia elements, Interactive content |
| Features | Rich media, Interactive |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High, Variable |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Game Development | Yes |
| Multimedia Presentation | Yes |
| E-learning Modules | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Executable code |
| Best Practices | Update software, Scan regularly |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | Adobe Director 12 (2013) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dxr, .cst, .cxt, .w3d |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Director |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| Adobe Shockwave Player |
Free | Windows, Mac |