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TypoScript Coding Guidelines

Directory and File Names

  • As of TYPO3 8.7, the file ending can and should be .typoscript.

  • TypoScript files are located in the directory <extension>/Configuration/TypoScript.

  • File name for constants in static templates: constants.typoscript.

  • File name for TypoScript in static templates: setup.typoscript.

More information about the file ending:

  • TypoScript files used to have the ending .txt.

  • Since TYPO3 7, it is also possible to use the ending .ts. This is not recommended because it is also used by TypeScript.

  • Therefore, you should use .typoscript if you are using TYPO3 8.7 and later.

See also

Changelog: Feature: #78161 - Introduce .typoscript file extension

Format

  • Use spaces, not TABs.

  • Use 2 spaces per indenting level.

More Information

  • See Setup IDE / Editor in this manual for information about setting up your Editor / IDE to adhere to the coding guidelines.