.DXL File Extension

DXL files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Domino XML Language File

The DXL file format is an XML language used by IBM Lotus Domino software. It represents Domino data and elements like views, forms, and documents. The Lotus Domino Document Type Definition describes D...

General Information

Title DXL File Extension
Extension .dxl
Full Form Domino XML Language File
File Type Data File
Developer IBM
MIME Type application/xml

File Function

Primary Function Data exchange
Additional Functions Store design elements, Replicate structure
Features XML-based, Domino structured

File Characteristics

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

Use Cases

Data Migration Yes
Backup Yes
Server tasks Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks XML vulnerabilities
Best Practices Schema validation, Secure storage

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Circa 2002
Latest Version Associated with Notes/Domino version

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .nsf, .ntf, .nsh

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
IBM Notes Licensed Windows, Mac, Linux
IBM Domino Designer Licensed Windows

Type 2: Rational DOORS Script

Menu DXL is stored in Files and appear in DOORS windows, either the Explorer or open Module. The Rational DOORS eXtension Language (DXL) is an scripting language to control and extend Rational DOORS f...

General Information

Title DXL File Extension
Extension .dxl
Full Form DOORS eXtension Language Script
File Type Script File
Developer IBM
MIME Type text/plain

File Function

Primary Function Automation, Customization
Additional Functions Data manipulation, Reporting
Features Scripting, Extend functionality

File Characteristics

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

Use Cases

Requirements Management Yes
Process Automation Yes
Data Analysis Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Script vulnerabilities
Best Practices Validate input, Limit privileges

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1990s
Latest Version Depends on DOORS version

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .doc, .xls, .csv

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
IBM Rational DOORS Licensed Windows