EXT File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
Format Name Generic Email Attachment (EXT)
Primary Association Email Attachments
File Extension .ext
File Type Various
Used By Email Clients and Webmail Services
Encryption Capable Yes, if encrypted by the originating software
Compression Capable Yes, if compressed by the originating software
Usability Depends on the actual file type represented by .ext
Open With Depends on the specific type of file the .ext represents
Convertibility Depends on the actual file contained
Security Risks Can contain malware if from an untrusted source
Standard Non-standard, varies by application
MIME Type application/octet-stream
Characteristic Extension Used as a generic placeholder for various file types
Accessibility Varies with the software or service used to open the file
Interoperability Moderate to high, dependent on original file format
Native Software Various email clients and webmail services
Popularity Uncommon, as .ext is not a standard file extension
Data Type Varies (text, binary, etc., depending on actual file)
File Identification Usually requires specific software to recognize and open