XML files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: XML File
General Information
| Title | XML File Extension |
| Extension | .xml |
| Full Form | eXtensible Markup Language File |
| File Type | Markup Language File |
| Developer | World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) |
| MIME Type | application/xml, text/xml |
File Function
| Primary Function | Data storage, transfer |
| Additional Functions | Configuration, communication |
| Features | Text-based, Hierarchical |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Web Services | Yes |
| Data Interchange | Yes |
| Configuration Files | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | XXE attacks |
| Best Practices | Schema validation, escaping |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1998 |
| Latest Version | XML 1.1 (2006) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .xsd, .xslt, .svg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Dreamweaver |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 Microsoft Visual Studio |
Free, Paid | Windows, Mac |
 Notepad++ |
Free | Windows |
Type 2: Cinelerra Video Project
General Information
| Title | XML File Extension for Cinelerra |
| Extension | .xml |
| Full Form | Cinelerra Video Project File |
| File Type | Video Project File |
| Developer | Cinelerra Community |
| MIME Type | application/xml |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store project |
| Additional Functions | Save edits, transitions |
| Features | Non-linear editing, Multi-track |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on resources |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Video Editing | Yes |
| Film Production | Yes |
| Broadcasting | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | XML vulnerabilities |
| Best Practices | Validation, Patching software |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2002 |
| Latest Version | Cinelerra-GG 5.1 (2021) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .cgr, .edl, .sfl |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Cinelerra-GG Infinity |
Free | Linux, BSD, macOS |