IDE files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: GTA Item Definition File
IDE files can easily be opened using text editors. They assign models and textures to IDs. The file has sections with identifiers that define items like vehicles and weapons. Sections link to models a...
General Information
| Title | IDE File Extension |
| Extension | .ide |
| Full Form | Item Definition File |
| File Type | Game Data File |
| Developer | Rockstar Games |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define items |
| Additional Functions | Map elements, Objects data |
| Features | Plain text, Structured data |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Game-dependent |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Game Modding | Yes |
| Custom Content | Yes |
| Game Development | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Injected code |
| Best Practices | Validation, Safe sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | GTA III (2001) |
| Latest Version | GTA V (2013) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ipl, .img, .dat |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 OpenIV |
Free | Windows |
| RW Analyze |
Free | Windows |
| GTA Modding Tools |
Free | Windows |
Type 2: Inventor iFeature
The ide file extension is related to Inventor, a 3D modeling software by Autodesk. Inventor Design Element (.ide) files contain 3D part design and information. Autodesk Inventor shares 2D AutoCAD and ...
General Information
| Title | IDE File Extension |
| Extension | .ide |
| Full Form | Inventor iFeature File |
| File Type | CAD File |
| Developer | Autodesk |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store iFeatures |
| Additional Functions | Reusable components, Parametric elements |
| Features | Customizable, Reusable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Mechanical Design | Yes |
| Component Libraries | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Circa Inventor 5 |
| Latest Version | Depends on Inventor version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ipt, .iam, .dwg, .ipn |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Autodesk Inventor |
Subscription | Windows |