File Types 
Eclipse Project Settings File
| Extension | .PROJECT |
| Developer | Eclipse |
| Format | XML |
What is .PROJECT File Format? (Eclipse Project Settings File)
Eclipse Integrated Development Environment (IDE) project settings are stored in an XML file known as .PROJECT. As far as Eclipse is concerned, this .PROJECT file contains all the files and settings that are stored within it as far as Eclipse is concerned.
In this file you can find information regarding your project, such as its name, its source files, compiler settings and other build settings.
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.PROJECT file is used by Eclipse IDE to manage projects, and it contains all the necessary information the IDE needs to configure the project properly, as well as to allow users to build, run and debug the project from within the Eclipse environment.
As the project grows, additional information such as added source files, modified compiler settings, and even build commands are stored within this file. The .PROJECT file can also be shared between different developers who are working on the same project, allowing them to have the same settings and configurations.
Furthermore, aside from being used by the Eclipse IDE, the .PROJECT file can also be used by external tools so they can access the project’s configuration information on top of being used by the Eclipse IDE for its own purposes.
Developers can then utilize the information contained in the file to create a range of applications and scripts which can be linked directly to the project for ease of use, or they can use the information contained within the file to create reports, diagrams, and other visual representations of the project based upon the information contained therein.
How to Open and Edit .PROJECT File?
When you open a .PROJECT file for editing and for creating new plots, you cannot open it unless you have the Eclipse IDE installed. Once the IDE is installed, you can use the File menu to open a .PROJECT file for editing.
This can then be edited by calling up the Properties window within the Eclipse IDE. From here, you will be able to make changes to the project name, add source files, modify compiler settings, and much more.
How to Convert .PROJECT File?
The .PROJECT file can be converted to a range of formats, including:
- TXT File: Plain Text
- XML File: Extensible Markup Language
- HTML File: Hypertext Markup Language
- PDF File: Portable Document Format
A third party converter, such as Zamzar, may be needed to convert the file for you as it supports a number of different file formats and can be used on a variety of platforms.
Defold Project Settings File
| Extension | .PROJECT |
| Developer | Defold Foundation |
| Format | Text |
What is .PROJECT File Format? (Defold Project Settings File)
A .PROJECT file is a file that contains the settings that will be used with Defold’s game engine in order to create 2D games. It contains all the settings that you will need in order to create your gaming experience with Defold
Because it allows developers to organize assets and codes, it is easier to collaborate with multiple people on the same game project at the same time, thus allowing for a more efficient and productive game development process since multiple developers are able to work simultaneously on the same game.
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The .PROJECT file stores information from different modules available in the Defold game engine. This includes data and objects such as sprites, shaders, 3D models, textures, and sound effects. Additionally, it also stores codes written in Lua, which is a scripting language and the primary programming language used in Defold.
As part of the development process, it is possible for developers to edit the content of .PROJECT files using an integrated development environment (IDE) or a text editor. Aside from the ability to modify the assets and code loaded by Defold, developers can also use .PROJECT files to track the progress of the project and find the files they are looking for quickly through a .PROJECT file.
How to Open and Edit .PROJECT File?
STEP 1: Download and install the Defold game engine.
STEP 2: Create a new game project and save it in a safe location.
STEP 3: Right-click the created game project and select Edit to open the .PROJECT file.
STEP 4: Make the necessary changes and save the file.
STEP 5: Reload the game project to apply the changes.
How to Convert .PROJECT File?
The .PROJECT file cannot be converted to any other file format. However, developers can export their Defold game project as a standalone executable file (.EXE) or as a web application (.HTML).
They can also export the game’s assets and codes as separate files with the following file formats:
- PNG File: Portable Network Graphics
- MP3 File: MPEG Layer-3 Audio
- Lua File: Lua Scripting Language
- ZIP File: Zipped Compressed file