FS files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Visual F# Source File
Microsoft defined the Visual F# format standard. The FS format is supported by Windows devices. FS files belong to Developer Files category with 1205 extensions. Microsoft Visual Studio works with FS ...
General Information
| Title | FS File Extension |
| Extension | .fs |
| Full Form | F# Source File |
| File Type | Source Code File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Contain F# code |
| Additional Functions | Compile to CLI |
| Features | Functional programming, .NET integration |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-level language |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Desktop Applications | Yes |
| Web Services | Yes |
| Data Science | Yes |
| Machine Learning | With libraries |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Insecure code |
| Best Practices | Code auditing, Unit testing |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2005 |
| Latest Version | F# 6 (2021) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .fsi, .fsx, .dll, .exe |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Visual Studio |
Free, Paid versions | Windows, Mac |
 JetBrains Rider |
Subscription | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Visual Studio Code |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: Mac OS X File System Plug-in
A plugin enables Mac OS X to support other file systems. It allows the Mac operating system to recognize media formatted with different file systems. Examples include "hfs.fs," "msdos.fs," and "cd9660...
General Information
| Title | .FS File Extension |
| Extension | .fs |
| Full Form | Mac OS X File System Plug-in |
| File Type | System Plug-in File |
| Developer | Apple Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Extend file system |
| Additional Functions | Add new features |
| Features | System integration, Extended support |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High performance |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Custom File Systems | Yes |
| System Extensions | Yes |
| Storage Management | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | System vulnerability |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Developer verification |
Historical/Version Information
| Introduced With | Mac OS X |
| Significant Changes | File system evolution |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .kext, .bundle, .plugin |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Mac OS X |
Included | Mac |
 File Systems |
Varies | Mac |
Type 3: FlexiSIGN Document
General Information
| Title | FS File Extension |
| Extension | .fs |
| Full Form | FlexiSIGN Document File |
| File Type | Vector Image File |
| Developer | SAi (Scanvec Amiable) |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store design projects |
| Additional Functions | Vector graphics editing, Plotting vinyl cutting |
| Features | Layer support, Color management |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Sign Making | Yes |
| Print Design | Yes |
| Vinyl Cutting | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Use updated software |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Notable Version | FlexiSIGN 12 (2019) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ai, .eps, .cdr, .svg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| FlexiSIGN |
Paid | Windows, Mac |