LIT files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: eBook File
A .lit file is an eBook in Microsoft format. The format, short for Literature, was designed for Microsoft devices. Microsoft Reader could view LIT files on Windows. Microsoft discontinued Reader and L...
General Information
| Title | LIT File Extension |
| Extension | .lit |
| Full Form | Literature File |
| File Type | eBook File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/x-ms-reader |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store eBook |
| Additional Functions | Text formatting, images |
| Features | DRM support, reflowable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High readability |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No (DRM protected) |
Use Cases
| eBook Reading | Yes |
| Document Sharing | Limited |
| Digital Libraries | Historically |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | DRM restrictions |
| Best Practices | DRM removal (Legality varies) |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2000 |
| Latest Version | Discontinued (2011) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .epub, .mobi, .pdf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Reader |
Free (Historically) | Windows, Pocket PC |
 ConvertLIT |
Free | Windows |
| Calibre |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: Literate Haskell Script
General Information
| Title | LIT File Extension |
| Extension | .lit |
| Full Form | Literate Haskell Script |
| File Type | Source Code File |
| Developer | The Haskell Community |
| MIME Type | text/x-literate-haskell |
File Function
| Primary Function | Contain code, documentation |
| Additional Functions | Literate programming |
| Features | Readable documentation, Haskell code integration |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Educational Materials | Yes |
| Research | Yes |
| Software Development | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code execution |
| Best Practices | Code review, literate practices |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Version | Depends on GHC |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .hs, .lhs |
Type 3: Lit Source Code File
Source code file in Haskell with literate formatting. Similar to standard Haskell Script but includes commentary. Only lines starting ">" considered program code. File extension .LIT relates to Lit,...
General Information
| Title | LIT File Extension |
| Extension | .lit |
| Full Form | Lit Source Code File |
| File Type | Source Code File |
| Developer | Unknown |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Contain source code |
| Additional Functions | Interpreted or compiled |
| Features | Text-based, Code instructions |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Software Development | Possible |
| Scripting | Possible |
| Custom Applications | Possible |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code execution |
| Best Practices | Code review, Secure development |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .txt, .src, .code |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Generic Text Editors |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Custom Lit Interpreter/Compiler |
Varies | Varies |