Patch File
General Information
| Title | PATCH File Extension |
| Extension | .patch |
| Full Form | Patch File |
| File Type | Text File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | text/x-diff |
File Function
| Primary Function | Source code update |
| Additional Functions | Bug fixes, Feature enhancements |
| Features | Human-readable, Merge changes |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on changes |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Version Control | Yes |
| Software Development | Yes |
| Collaboration | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code injection |
| Best Practices | Review patches, Apply securely |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Depends on tool |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .diff, .git, .svn |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Git |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 GNU Patch |
Free | Unix-like |
 Subversion |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |