Generic Playlist File
General Information
| Title | PLAYLIST File Extension |
| Extension | .playlist |
| Full Form | Generic Playlist File |
| File Type | Playlist File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.ms-wpl |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store playlist |
| Additional Functions | Organize media |
| Features | Sequential, Repeatable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Music Playlists | Yes |
| Video Playlists | Yes |
| Streaming | Possible |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Validate paths |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Dependent on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .m3u, .pls, .wpl, .asx |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Windows Media Player |
Free | Windows |
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 iTunes |
Free | Windows, Mac |