QuickTime Link File
General Information
Title | QTL File Extension |
Extension | .qtl |
Full Form | QuickTime Link File |
File Type | Media Shortcut File |
Developer | Apple Inc. |
MIME Type | application/x-quicktimeplayer |
File Function
Primary Function | Link to media |
Additional Functions | Stream content |
Features | Reference, Playlist |
File Characteristics
Quality | Not applicable |
Supports Layers | No |
Supports Transparency | No |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
Media Streaming | Yes |
Playlist Shortcut | Yes |
Web Embedding | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Redirection to malicious content |
Best Practices | Validate source, Update software |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Early 1990s |
Latest Version | QuickTime X (Mac), QuickTime 7 (Windows) |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .mov, .qt, .m3u |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Free | Windows, Mac | |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |