An ASCII text file is a type of file format that represents plain text in a digital format using the American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII). Although ASCII text files are commonly used, there are specific synonyms that can be used for different purposes. These include plain text files, text files, raw text files, unformatted text files, and typewriter text files. In some cases, the term "ASCII file" is used interchangeably with these synonyms, as they all essentially refer to the same type of text document. Regardless of which synonym is used, these files are essential for storing and transmitting text data in a format that can be easily understood and accessed.