JSS files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: JavaScript Style Sheet File
A JavaScript style sheet file offers flexibility for defining styles for web pages. JavaScript style sheets extend CSS. They allow multiple inheritance, but CSS only supports single inheritance. Befor...
General Information
| Title | JSS File Extension |
| Extension | .jss |
| Full Form | JavaScript Style Sheet File |
| File Type | Style Sheet File |
| Developer | Netscape Communications |
| MIME Type | text/javascript |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define styles |
| Additional Functions | Scriptable styling |
| Features | Obsolete, JavaScript-based |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Web Design | Historical |
| Web Development | Historical |
| Client-side Styling | Obsolete |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Script execution |
| Best Practices | Use CSS, Validate input |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Version | Outdated technology |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .css, .js |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Netscape Navigator |
Free | Historical browsers |
| Modern Browsers |
Free | Not supported |
Type 2: JACOsub Subtitle File
File created in JSS format, JavaScript Style Sheets extension of CSS language, supports multiple inheritance while CSS only single. More flexibility defining webpage styles. JSS files must parse, conv...
General Information
| Title | JSS File Extension |
| Extension | .jss |
| Full Form | JACOsub Subtitle File |
| File Type | Subtitle File |
| Developer | Unknown |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store subtitles |
| Additional Functions | Timing, Styling |
| Features | Timecodes, Formatting |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Film Subtitling | Yes |
| Video Production | Yes |
| Accessibility | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Validate format, Encoding |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Unknown |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .srt, .sub, .ass |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| JACOsub |
Free | Various |
 VLC media player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Subtitle Workshop |
Free | Windows |
Type 3: JAWS Script
General Information
| Title | JSS File Extension |
| Extension | .jss |
| Full Form | JAWS Script File |
| File Type | Script File |
| Developer | Freedom Scientific |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Accessibility scripting |
| Additional Functions | Screen reader customization |
| Features | Text-based, Executable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on scripting |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Visually Impaired | Custom scripts |
| Accessibility | Enhanced navigation |
| Software Customization | Tailored user experience |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Script vulnerabilities |
| Best Practices | Validate, Update scripts |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early JAWS versions |
| Latest Version | Depends on JAWS version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .jsb, .jkm, .jcf, .jsi |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| JAWS |
Paid, Trial | Windows |