XyWrite Document
General Information
| Title | XY File Extension |
| Extension | .xy |
| Full Form | XyWrite Document |
| File Type | Text Document |
| Developer | XyQuest |
| MIME Type | application/xywrite |
File Function
| Primary Function | Document storage |
| Additional Functions | Text formatting |
| Features | Word processing |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Document Creation | Yes |
| Printing | Yes |
| Publishing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Macro viruses |
| Best Practices | Scan for malware, Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | XyWrite IV (1993) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .doc, .docx, .odt, .rtf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Notepad++ |
Free | Windows |
 Microsoft Word |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 LibreOffice |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |