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UIL file format

Extension.uil
Categoryimages
DescriptionThe UIL file format is used by the Markup Language Interface (UIL) to specify the layout and characteristics of graphical user interfaces (GUIs) in software development. These files contain information about the location and attributes of user interface components such as windows, dialog boxes, menus, buttons, and text fields. The UIL format accurately describes the structure and properties of these elements, covering aspects such as their size, position, labels, typography, color schemes, and event handling.
Technical detailsUIL files are typically used in conjunction with programming languages such as C or Ada, where they serve as input files for generating the corresponding source code and resources needed to create a graphical user interface. The UIL format allows you to separate the presentation layer (UI) from the logic and functionality of the software. The UIL format provides a structured way to define various GUI elements, including windows, dialog boxes, buttons, menus, and other interactive components. Files can also define data bindings that establish links between user interface elements and underlying data structures or variables. UIL files typically contain declarations and specifications that describe the visual layout and behavior of the user interface.