Scripting Definition File
General Information
| Title | SDEF File Extension |
| Extension | .sdef |
| Full Form | Scripting Definition File |
| File Type | XML File |
| Developer | Apple Inc. |
| MIME Type | text/xml |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define scriptable |
| Additional Functions | Support automation |
| Features | XML structure, AppleScript support |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured data |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Software Development | Yes |
| Application Scripting | Yes |
| Automation Tasks | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | XML injection |
| Best Practices | Schema validation |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | With AppleScript |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .scpt, .applescript, .plist |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 AppleScript Editor |
Free | macOS |
 Xcode |
Free | macOS |