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 |
|---|---|---|
 QuickTime Player |
Free | Windows, Mac |
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |