.DONE File Extension

Task Completion Marker

What is purpose of .done file extension? For example filname.log.gz.done. Can we remove .done extension to open actual file? The .done extension prevents accessing unfinished files. Remove .done to o...

General Information

Title .DONE File Extension
Extension .done
Full Form Task Completion Marker
File Type Marker/Flag File
Developer Various
MIME Type text/plain

File Function

Primary Function Indicate completion
Additional Functions Trigger actions, Prevent re-processing
Features Simple, Portable

File Characteristics

Quality Non-content
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Batch Processing Yes
Automation Yes
Workflow Management Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Minimal
Best Practices Monitor creation, Secure directories

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Varies
Latest Version Not applicable

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .tmp, .lock, .flag

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Custom Scripts N/A Windows, Unix, Linux, macOS
Automation Tools Varies Windows, Unix, Linux, macOS
Batch Processors Varies Windows, Unix, Linux, macOS