PRJ File Documentation

Overview


Feature Value
File Format Name Project File
Common File Extension .prj
Primary Association Software Project Files
File Type Text
Primary Use Storing project settings and data
Editor to Open Varies by specific application
MIME Type text/plain
Can Include References, configurations, state, resources
Associated Programs Various (e.g., Microsoft Project, Autodesk AutoCAD)
Encryption Can be encrypted depending on the application
Binary or Text Most often text, but can be binary
Usability Human-readable when in text format
Language Support Depends on the software's localization
Extension Misuse Can be mistakenly applied to non-project files
Recoverability High if text; Low for binary without proper tools
Compression Not inherently compressed, but can be manually
Networking Not typically directly involved in networking
Ownership Varies by creating application
Customizability High, depending on the application's flexibility
Data Type Supported Text, numbers, paths, configuration flags
Interoperability Moderate; may require specific applications to utilize fully