.CELX File Extension

Celestia Script

Developer	Celestia Development Team
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Category	Executable Files
Format	.CELX
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What is an CELX file?

The .CELX file extension is used for scripts written for Celestia, a free 3D space simulation software. These scripts are designed to add custom content and functionality to Celestia, such as new celestial objects, locations, or scripted events.

More Information.

The .CELX format was developed as part of Celestia’s expansion capabilities. Initially, Celestia used simpler script formats, but as the community’s needs grew, the .CELX format was introduced to support more complex and interactive scripts. The purpose of .CELX files is to enable users to extend the functionality of Celestia by defining new objects, scenarios, or automated tasks.

Origin Of This File.

Celestia is a popular open-source space simulation program that allows users to explore the universe in three dimensions. The .CELX file extension was introduced as part of Celestia’s scripting capabilities to allow users to create and share their custom modifications and enhancements.

File Structure Technical Specification.

Structure: .CELX files are XML-based and contain structured data in a human-readable format. This includes definitions for objects, coordinates, animations, and other parameters relevant to the Celestia environment.
Technical Specification: The files adhere to XML syntax rules, using tags to define different elements of the script. For example, a .CELX file might include tags for a new celestial object, its position, and attributes.

How to Convert the File?

Windows

Manual Conversion:
- XML to Text: Open the .CELX file in a text editor (like Notepad++ or Visual Studio Code). You can manually copy the contents and save them in a different format, such as .txt.
- XML to Other Formats: Use an XML conversion tool or script (like xmlstarlet or online XML-to-JSON converters) if you need to convert the data into a different structured format.
Scripted Conversion:
- Write a script in a programming language like Python, using libraries like xml.etree.ElementTree or lxml to parse and convert the XML content into another format.

Linux

Manual Conversion:
- XML to Text: Open the .CELX file using text editors like gedit, vim, or nano, and save it in a different format.
- XML to Other Formats: Use command-line tools like xmlstarlet to transform or convert XML files. For instance.
Scripted Conversion:
- Similar to Windows, you can use Python scripts with XML libraries to convert .CELX files.

macOS

Manual Conversion:
- XML to Text: Use text editors like TextEdit or Sublime Text to open .CELX files and save them in other formats.
- XML to Other Formats: Utilize XML tools or online converters. You can also use the xmlstarlet command-line tool on macOS.
Scripted Conversion:
- Employ Python or other programming languages to script the conversion process.

Android

Manual Conversion:
- XML to Text: Use text editor apps like QuickEdit or Jota Text Editor to view and copy the contents of .CELX files. Save the data in a different format manually.
Conversion Apps:
- Look for XML conversion apps on the Google Play Store that might support .CELX files, though this might be less common.

iOS

Manual Conversion:
- XML to Text: Use text editor apps like Textastic or Koder to open and edit .CELX files, then manually save or copy the contents in another format.
Conversion Apps:
- Search for XML editing or conversion apps in the App Store, though support for .CELX specifically may be limited.

Others

Web-Based Conversion Tools:
- Use online XML conversion tools to transform .CELX files into other formats. Websites like ConvertXML offer various XML conversion options.
Custom Scripts:
- Write or use existing scripts to handle the conversion process if you have specific requirements. These can be executed in any environment that supports scripting languages like Python or Perl.

Advantages And Disadvantages.

Advantages:
- Customization: Allows extensive customization of the Celestia simulation environment.
- Community Sharing: Facilitates sharing of custom scripts and modifications within the Celestia community.
- Flexibility: Supports a wide range of modifications, from simple object additions to complex scripted events.
Disadvantages:
- Complexity: Can be complex for users unfamiliar with XML or scripting.
- Compatibility: Scripts may be incompatible with different versions of Celestia if there are changes to the software’s scripting API.

How to Open CELX?

Open In Windows

Celestia Software: Install Celestia and use it to run .CELX scripts directly within the application.
Text Editors: .CELX files can be opened and edited with text editors such as Notepad++ or Visual Studio Code to view or modify the script contents.

Open In Linux

Celestia Software: Celestia is available for Linux. Install Celestia and use it to run .CELX scripts.
Text Editors: Use text editors like Gedit or Vim to open and edit .CELX files.

Open In MAC

Celestia Software: Celestia can be run on Mac using various methods, such as using a compatible package or running it through a virtual machine. Use it to run .CELX scripts.
Text Editors: Open and edit .CELX files with text editors such as TextEdit or Sublime Text.

Open In Android

Celestia on Android: Celestia is not natively supported on Android. However, you can view .CELX files using text editors available on Android devices, like Jota Text Editor or QuickEdit.