EXS files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Blades of Exile Scenario
A developer saves Elixir code in .ex and .exs files. By default, Elixir creates EXS files when invoking "mix new". These include mix.exs for configuration and test files. EXS filenames are commonly pr...
General Information
Title | EXS File Extension |
Extension | .exs |
Full Form | Blades of Exile Scenario File |
File Type | Game File |
Developer | Spiderweb Software |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store scenario |
Additional Functions | Contain graphics, texts, scripts |
Features | Customizable, Interactive |
File Characteristics
Quality | Varies by scenario |
Supports Layers | No |
Supports Transparency | No |
Editable | With editor |
Use Cases
Gaming | Yes |
Modding | Yes |
Custom Scenarios | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Script vulnerabilities |
Best Practices | Verify source, Safe editing |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | 1997 |
Latest Version | Open Source Release (2007) |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .blsc, .bmp, .txt |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
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Free | Windows, Mac |
Type 2: Elixir Source Code File
Elixir will compile the whole .ex file. When invoked, .exs files compile as well but execute immediately. Use .exs for testing, migrating data and running scripts. Use .ex files for main application l...
General Information
Title | EXS File Extension |
Extension | .exs |
Full Form | Elixir Source Code File |
File Type | Source Code File |
Developer | Plataformatec |
MIME Type | text/x-elixir |
File Function
Primary Function | Contain source code |
Additional Functions | Compile to bytecode, Interpreted execution |
Features | Functional, Concurrent, Scalable |
File Characteristics
Quality | High readability |
Supports Layers | N/A |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
Web Development | Yes |
Distributed Systems | Yes |
Embedded Systems | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Code injection |
Best Practices | Regular updates, Code review |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | 2011 |
Latest Version | Elixir 1.12 (2021) |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .beam, .eex, .leex, .heex |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
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Free | Windows, macOS, Linux | |
Free | Windows, macOS, Linux | |
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Free | Windows, macOS, Linux |
Free to evaluate | Windows, macOS, Linux |
Type 3: EXS Instrument
The EXS file extension has two file types. EXS files are commonly seen as the EXS Instrument format used by Apple Logic Pro software. EXS files are audio files. They are also sometimes game files. EXS...
General Information
Title | EXS File Extension |
Extension | .exs |
Full Form | EXS Instrument File |
File Type | Audio Sample Instrument |
Developer | Apple Inc. |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store instrument data |
Additional Functions | Reference audio samples |
Features | Multi-sampling, Key mapping |
File Characteristics
Quality | High fidelity |
Supports Layers | Yes |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
Music Production | Yes |
Sound Design | Yes |
Live Performances | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low risk |
Best Practices | Regular backups |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | 1990s |
Latest Update | Logic Pro 10.7 (2021) |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .aif, .wav, .cst |