FLX files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: FelixCAD Drawing
General Information
| Title | FLX File Extension |
| Extension | .flx |
| Full Form | FelixCAD Drawing File |
| File Type | CAD Drawing File |
| Developer | FelixCAD |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store CAD drawings |
| Additional Functions | Visualize designs, Edit designs |
| Features | 2D design, Precision drawing |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Architecture | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes |
| Construction | Yes |
| Manufacturing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Embedded scripts |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Scan for malware |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 1990s |
| Latest Version | Varies with software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dwg, .dxf, .cad |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Graebert FelixCAD |
Commercial | Windows |
| Other CAD Software |
Varies | Varies |
Type 2: FLIC Animation
General Information
| Title | FLIC Animation File Extension |
| Extension | .flx |
| Full Form | FLIC Animation File |
| File Type | Animation File |
| Developer | AutoDesk |
| MIME Type | video/x-flic |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store animation |
| Additional Functions | Playback sequence |
| Features | Run-length encoding, Delta compression |
File Characteristics
| Quality | 256 colors |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Video Games | Older games |
| Multimedia | Presentations |
| Animation | Simple sequences |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Scan files, Update viewers |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .fli, .gif, .avi |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 AutoDesk Animator |
Discontinued | DOS |
| IrfanView |
Free | Windows |
| XnView |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |