ZPL File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File extension .zpl
Format type Playlist Format
Developed by Microsoft
MIME Type application/vnd.zune.playlist
Text Encoding UTF-8
File Signature N/A
Primary use Zune Media Player playlists
Containment Music, Videos, and Pictures references
XSD No officially published XSD
Editable Yes, with text editors
XML-based Yes
Element Hierarchy Defined by a sequence of XML elements
Relational Structure N/A
DRM Support Possible through contained media references
Compatibility Zune software and possibly other media players with ZPL support
Pros Easy to edit, portable format for playlists
Cons Limited to software that recognizes ZPL format
Maximum File Size Dependent on the XML parser's capabilities
Custom Elements Support Limited, based on Zune software compatibility
Security Considerations Ensure path references and sources are trusted to avoid malicious use