ERB files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Ruby ERB Script
ERB files are Ruby ERB Scripts. Ruby combines Perl syntax with Smalltalk features. ERB is a templating system for Ruby. ERB allows adding Ruby code to plain text documents. This generates details and ...
General Information
| Title | ERB File Extension |
| Extension | .erb |
| Full Form | Embedded Ruby File |
| File Type | Template File |
| Developer | Open Source |
| MIME Type | application/x-erb |
File Function
| Primary Function | Templating HTML |
| Additional Functions | Code embedding |
| Features | Dynamic content, Ruby code |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on code |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Web Development | Yes |
| Dynamic Pages | Yes |
| Code Generation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code injection |
| Best Practices | Sanitize input, Escape output |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Mid-2000s |
| Latest Version | Depends on Ruby version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .rb, .html |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Ruby |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 RubyMine |
Paid, Trial available | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Visual Studio Code |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: Evil Genius Resource File
The .erb file extension is used for Evil Genius resource data files. Evil Genius is a single player real-time strategy and simulation video game for Microsoft Windows developed by Elixir Studios and S...
General Information
| Title | ERB File Extension |
| Extension | .erb |
| Full Form | Evil Genius Resource File |
| File Type | Game Resource File |
| Developer | Elixir Studios |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store game data |
| Additional Functions | Graphics, Textures |
| Features | Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Game specific |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | With tools |
Use Cases
| Game Modification | Yes |
| Game Development | No |
| Custom Content Creation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Backup files, Modding ethics |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2004 |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pak, .dat, .res |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Evil Genius |
Commercial | Windows |
| Evil Genius Mod Tools |
Free | Windows |
Type 3: Braille Music Reader File
General Information
| Title | ERB File Extension |
| Extension | .erb |
| Full Form | Braille Music Reader File |
| File Type | Music Notation File |
| Developer | Braille Music Editor |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store braille music notation |
| Additional Functions | Playback, Print |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Music Transcription | Yes |
| Education | Yes |
| Printing Braille Music | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .brf, .bml |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Braille Music Editor |
Free, Paid versions | Windows |
| Braille Music Reader |
Free | Windows |