STG files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: ActiveSync Backup File
The stg file contains ActiveSync backup of data on smart phones: contacts, messages, photos, settings. This file type is obsolete and no longer supported. Once used for system files in old operating s...
General Information
| Title | STG File Extension |
| Extension | .stg |
| Full Form | ActiveSync Backup File |
| File Type | Backup File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store backup |
| Additional Functions | Data restoration |
| Features | Data compression, Encapsulation |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Binary format |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Device Backup | Yes |
| Data Transfer | Yes |
| Data Recovery | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | With ActiveSync |
| Latest Version | Discontinued |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .bkf, .backup, .gho |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft ActiveSync |
Free | Windows |
| Microsoft Mobile Device Center |
Free | Windows Vista, Windows 7 |
Type 2: ScreenToGif Project
You can open an STG file with ScreenToGif on Windows. To open, select File then Load from the program menu bar. Navigate to and open your STG file. You can view frames and JSON files by renaming the S...
General Information
| Title | STG File Extension |
| Extension | .stg |
| Full Form | ScreenToGif Project File |
| File Type | Project File |
| Developer | Nicke Manarin |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store project |
| Additional Functions | Save progress, editing |
| Features | Frames, Layers, Metadata |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Lossless |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Tutorial Creation | Yes |
| Presentation | Yes |
| Software Demonstration | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2014 |
| Latest Version | Check official website |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .gif, .apng |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 ScreenToGif |
Free | Windows |
Type 3: Statistica Graph File
Statistica allows users to create and combine graphs. STG files contain these graphs. They may have line graphs, bar graphs, scatterplots, 3D graphs, pie charts, drawings, and maps. STG files with mul...
General Information
| Title | STG File Extension |
| Extension | .stg |
| Full Form | Statistica Graph File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | TIBCO Software Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store graphs |
| Additional Functions | Visualization data |
| Features | 2D/3D graphics, Custom formatting |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High visual |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes, with Statistica |
Use Cases
| Data Analysis | Yes |
| Academic Research | Yes |
| Business Intelligence | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, File validation |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Version | TIBCO Statistica 13.5 (2021) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .sta, .smx, .svx |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| TIBCO Statistica |
Commercial | Windows |