FTL files exist as 4 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: FreeMarker Template File
FTL stands for FreeMarker Template. FreeMarker is a Java template engine used to auto-generate text output. FTL files contain source text and FreeMarker variable definitions used as placeholders for t...
General Information
| Title | FTL File Extension |
| Extension | .ftl |
| Full Form | FreeMarker Template File |
| File Type | Text Template File |
| Developer | The Apache Software Foundation |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store templates |
| Additional Functions | Generate text output |
| Features | Dynamic, Reusable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Web Development | Yes |
| Email Templates | Yes |
| Dynamic Content | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code injection |
| Best Practices | Input validation, Sanitization |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1999 |
| Latest Version | 2.3.31 (2021) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .jsp, .php, .tmpl |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 FreeMarker |
Free | Cross-platform |
 Apache OFBiz |
Free | Cross-platform |
 Spring Framework |
Free | Cross-platform |
Type 2: Faster Than Light Mod File
General Information
| Title | FTL Mod File |
| Extension | .ftl |
| Full Form | Faster Than Light Mod File |
| File Type | Game Mod File |
| Developer | Subset Games |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store modifications |
| Additional Functions | Alter gameplay, Add content |
| Features | Custom ships, New weapons |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Varies by mod |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Game Modification | Yes |
| Custom Gameplay | Yes |
| Enhanced Graphics | Depends on mod |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Malicious code |
| Best Practices | Download from reputable sources, Scan for viruses |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2012 |
| Latest Version | Depends on mod |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .zip, .mod, .dat |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| FTL: Faster Than Light |
Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Slipstream Mod Manager |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 3: Family Tree Legends File
Family Tree Legends allows users to collect, display, organize genealogy information. It provides online backup service, imports GEDCOM files. Known file formats use .FTL extension. We know 2 uses of ...
General Information
| Title | FTL File Extension |
| Extension | .ftl |
| Full Form | Family Tree Legends File |
| File Type | Genealogy Data File |
| Developer | Pearl Street Software |
| MIME Type | application/x-ftl |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store genealogical data |
| Additional Functions | Share family trees |
| Features | Structured, Rich format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Highly structured |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Genealogy Research | Yes |
| Family History Preservation | Yes |
| Data Sharing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data leakage |
| Best Practices | Encryption, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 2000s |
| Latest Version | 5.1 (Presumed) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ged, .fbc, .anc |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Family Tree Legends |
Free | Windows |
Type 4: Fluent Translation List
FTL stands for Fluent Translation List. FTL files are source code files written using Fluent Translation List syntax. Fluent is a localization system enabling developers to define translating a progra...
General Information
| Title | FTL File Extension |
| Extension | .ftl |
| Full Form | Fluent Translation List |
| File Type | Localization File |
| Developer | Mozilla |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Localization data |
| Additional Functions | Supports variables, plurals |
| Features | Human-readable, Reusable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Web Development | Yes |
| Application Localization | Yes |
| Cross-platform Projects | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Encode entities, escape variables |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2016 |
| Latest Version | Fluent 1.0 (2020) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .properties, .po, .xliff |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Pontoon |
Free | Web-based |
| Fluent Syntax Checker |
Free | Cross-platform |