C/C++ Header File
NOTE: Header files are plain text files for C and C++ programs. They contain definitions for functions and variables used in the programs. You can open and view header files in any text editor. It's e...
General Information
| Title | H File Extension |
| Extension | .h |
| Full Form | C/C++ Header File |
| File Type | Source Code Header |
| Developer | Used by various IDEs and Compilers |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Declare functions, macros |
| Additional Functions | Include type definitions, templates |
| Features | Reusable, Shareable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Software Development | Yes |
| Library Creation | Yes |
| Code Modularization | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Inclusion of sensitive data |
| Best Practices | Use include guards, Modular design |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 1970s |
| Latest Version | Depends on standard, C11, C++17 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .c, .cpp, .cxx, .cc |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 GNU Compiler Collection |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Unix |
 Microsoft Visual Studio |
Free, Paid Versions | Windows |
 Xcode |
Free | Mac |