Help 2 Compiled Help File
General Information
| Title | HXS File Extension |
| Extension | .hxs |
| Full Form | Help 2 Compiled Help File |
| File Type | Compiled Help File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store help documentation |
| Additional Functions | Compressed, searchable |
| Features | Compiled, Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High compression |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
| Software Documentation | Yes |
| End-User Help | Yes |
| Developer Reference | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Script injection |
| Best Practices | Validate content, update tools |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Circa 2001 |
| Associated with | Microsoft Help 2.x |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .chm, .hhc, .hhk, .hhp |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Visual Studio |
Free, Paid versions | Windows |
| Microsoft Help Viewer |
Bundled with Visual Studio | Windows |