Property Description File
General Information
| Title | PROPPACKAGE File Extension |
| Extension | .propdesc |
| Full Form | Property Description File |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define properties |
| Additional Functions | Facilitate search, Customize views |
| Features | Structured, XML format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Highly structured |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| File Searching | Enhanced |
| Metadata Display | Customized |
| System Optimization | Possible |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Validate XML, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Windows Vista |
| Latest Version | Included in updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .xml, .ini, .cfg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Windows Search |
Included | Windows |
| Windows Explorer |
Included | Windows |