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Files with extension Plist are XML files that use the plist DTD of Apple. PLIST is the short form of Property List which is used in establishing that Plist files usually hold property lists. They are a standard constituent of the Core Foundation of the OS X and are hence applied by numerous native applications of OS X. Plist files can be edited through the use of a text editor because their documents are text based. They are usually located on the web site of Apple or the Developer CD.

Cannot open plist files in Windows?

Not being able to open plist files in Windows may be a result of registry errors or not having the appropriate application installed. It is strongly recommended that you scan your computer for registry errors (free).

Typically, the user should never edit Plist files since their modification is in regard to each file’s respective program. Property list files are usually inclusive of applications and are capable of being edited and created by a developer through the use of a List Editor included with the Tools of Apple Developer. Their opening and edition can as well be accomplished through the use of a PLIST third party editing program. The file format for files with extension Plist is standard and they hence gain the support of numerous programs.

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