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What is a file extension?

Short answer: it's the set of letters after the period (.) in the name of a file.

Long answer: File extensions signify the file format of a file. It tells the operating system (OS) how data was stored in the file. Not all OS, require a file extension though. For instance, this is optional in Unix, but is mandatory with MS-DOS and Windows systems.

In most file formats the file type is actually defined by the contents (first bytes, file structure), but extensions are used to define the application that is used for opening the file.

Below is a detailed database of thousands of file extensions our team has compiled for you. Feel free to browse!


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KEY - Extension Details
Date Added: March 11, 2008
File Extension:  .KEY
Description 1: .KEY file extension is linked with Keyboard Definition File. It identifies keyboard layouts/shortcuts for various languages. It also maps the keys to various characters for these languages. It stores custom keyboard shortcuts for a few applications. The standard format of .KEY file is supported by various programs. .KEY file extension may be referenced by a program and should not be manually opened.
Description 2: .KEY file extension is linked with Security Key. It contains the registration info or security code of a program or software application. .KEY file is created when an application is registered. It is also stored in the softwares application folder or systems preferences folder. The standard format of .KEY file is supported by various programs. .KEY file extension may be referenced by a program and should not be manually opened.
Description 3: .KEY file extension is linked with Avira AntiVir Personal License Key File. This is the file extension utilized by Avira AntiVir for its licensed key files. Avira AntiVir Personal is a freeware application that steadily and rapidly scans computers for viruses, Trojans, hoaxes, backdoor programs, worms, dialers and others. It monitors and detects user executions or the computers operating system to promptly react when malicious applications are detected.
Description 4: .KEY file extension is linked with Sentry 2020 Encryption File. Sentry 2020 is the first of its kind a security system which easily and rapidly protects files, volumes, programs and folders. It helps protect your files by providing strong file security much like having your own vault in your computers hard disk drive. .KEY file extension and Sentry 2020 are owned and developed by SoftWinter.
Description 5: .KEY file extension is linked with BioWare Aurora Game Engine Resource File. This is the file extension utilized by BioWare Aurora engine. This application uses tools with large number of files which are packed into a group file with .BIF file extension. One or more .KEY file extension/s describes the contents of the .BIF files.
Description 6: .KEY file extension is linked with OS/2 Archive Key File. This is the archive key file utilized by the OS/2 operating system. OS/2 is an operating system which was initially developed by IBM and Microsoft, and then later exclusively by IBM. OS/2 stands for Operating System/2 which was part of IBMs PS/2 [Personal System/2] line of 2nd generation PCs. IBM no longer markets OS/2 and nowadays, it is being marketed by Serenity Systems under the name 2ComStation.
Description 7: .KEY file extension is linked with Kaspersky AntiVirus Key File. This is the file extension for the key file utilized by Kaspersky AntiVirus a multifunction antivirus software that protects and prevents viruses and malicious programs from entering your computer. It also recovers and restores computer systems after the removal of malicious programs. Kaspersky AntiVirus is owned and developed by Kaspersky Lab.
Description 8: .KEY file extension is linked with National Construction Estimator Costbook Key File. This is the file extension for the key file utilized by Estimator a Windowsbased application that provides users with 85,000 construction costs for: new construction, remodeling, home improvement, electrical, HVAC, insurance repair and renovation, concrete and masonry, painting, heavy equipment and earthwork. The Estimator also provides a standalone program namely the National Estimator Program which allows users generate professionallooking estimates. It includes more than 40 construction estimating and bidding forms that come in Windowscompatible document and spreadsheet formats. A 70minute interactive instructional video is included in the application to help users estimate construction costs. The Estimator is owned and developed by Craftsman Book Company.
Description 9: .KEY file extension is linked with Top Secret Crypto Gold File. This is the file extension utilized by Top Secret Crypto Gold an application which includes email and file encryption; spell checking of emails, journals, chat messages; conducts peertopeer, pctopc and chat encryption via internet. This application also includes data compression and Secret Key Ring Management procedures among others.
Description 10: .KEY file extension is linked with VMware File. This is the file extension utilized by VMware or VMware Workstation as it is properly known, is an application that allows multiple operating systems to run simultaneously in the same PC. This application helps reduce hardware cost of up to 50%, allows automation and streamlining of tasks to save time and to enhance productivity.
Description 11: .KEY file extension is linked with Keynote Presentation a presentation created by using Apple Keynote presentation software. The file is stored within Mac OS X package and it includes images, slides, text, XML data and transitions which are used by the presentation. Apple Keynote was released in August 2007 and the latest version [Keynote 4] runs on Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger MAC. .KEY file extension and Apple Keynote are owned and developed by Apple Inc.
Description 12: .KEY file extension is linked with Fractint Demo Script. It is the file extension for the script file utilized by Fractint a freeware fractal generator developed for IBM PCs and other compatible computers. This application is the most extensive and versatile fractal program, and developers have it kept it that way and are finding ways to improve the application without additional costs.
Description 13: .KEY file extension is linked with ArcView Geocoding Matching Keys. This is the file extension for geocoding matching keys utilized by ArcView. ArcView is a GIS [geographic information system] program which is used for visualizing, analyzing, creating and managing geographical data. .KEY file extension and ArcView are owned and developed by ESRI.
Description 14: .KEY file extension is linked with Forecast Pro Data File. This is the file extension for data files utilized by Forecast Pro a fast, easy and accurate forecasting program for business pros. This application helps users in forecasting spreadsheets, data analysis, generation of customized reports and graphs, and many others. .KEY file extension and Forecast Pro are owned and developed by Business Forecast Systems Inc.
File Type:   Data File
Mode: ASCII
Program(s) to Open:  Windows & Mac: Forecast Pro
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