High-Level Shading Language File
General Information
| Title | HLSL File Extension |
| Extension | .hlsl |
| Full Form | High-Level Shading Language File |
| File Type | Source Code File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store shaders |
| Additional Functions | Render graphics, GPU programming |
| Features | GPU-accelerated, Real-time rendering |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-performance |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Video Games | Yes |
| Simulations | Yes |
| Graphics Design | Yes |
| Special Effects | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Version control, Code review |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2002 |
| Latest Version | HLSL Shader Model 6.6 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .fx, .cg, .glsl |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Visual Studio |
Free, Paid versions | Windows, Mac |
 Unity |
Free, Subscription | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Unreal Engine |
Free, Royalties | Windows, Mac, Linux |