.SLN File Extension

Visual Studio Solution File

General Information

Title SLN File Extension
Extension .sln
Full Form Visual Studio Solution File
File Type Developer Project File
Developer Microsoft
MIME Type text/plain

File Function

Primary Function Project organization
Additional Functions Build process, Project dependencies
Features Multiple projects, Configurations

File Characteristics

Quality Not applicable
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes, Text format

Use Cases

Software Development Yes
Corporate Environments Yes
Educational Purposes Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Insecure references
Best Practices Version control, Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1997
Latest Version VS 2022

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .csproj, .vbproj, .vcxproj

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Microsoft Visual Studio Free, Commercial Windows, Mac
JetBrains Rider Commercial Windows, Mac, Linux
MonoDevelop Free Windows, Mac, Linux