.VC6 File Extension

Visual C++ 6 Project File

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General Information

Title VC6 File Extension
Extension .vc6
Full Form Visual C++ 6 Project File
File Type Development Project File
Developer Microsoft
MIME Type application/xml

File Function

Primary Function Store project settings
Additional Functions Reference files, resources
Features Configuration settings, Compile options

File Characteristics

Quality Depends on content
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Software Development Yes
Desktop Applications Yes
Legacy Maintenance Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Code manipulation
Best Practices Version control, Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1998
Latest Version Visual C++ 6.0 (1998)

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .vcproj, .sln, .vcxproj

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 Commercial Windows
Notepad++ Free Windows
Visual Studio Commercial, Free edition available Windows, Mac