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File Format Overview

Welcome to our comprehensive File Format Directory — your one-stop destination for understanding, identifying, and converting a wide range of file types. Browse through Images, Videos, and Documents below to learn about each format and convert them instantly with our Smart Convert Tool.

Video Formats

  • Formatmp3MP3 (.mp3)
    Full NameMPEG Audio Layer III
    DescriptionPopular compressed audio format, often extracted from video files.
  • Format3gp3GP (.3gp)
    Full Name3rd Generation Partnership Project File
    DescriptionMobile-friendly video format with small size and efficient compression.
  • FormatwmvWMV (.wmv)
    Full NameWindows Media Video
    DescriptionMicrosoft’s proprietary video format, optimized for Windows playback.
  • FormatflvFLV (.flv)
    Full NameFlash Video
    DescriptionOnce used for web streaming, now being replaced by modern formats.
  • FormatmkvMKV (.mkv)
    Full NameMatroska Video
    DescriptionOpen-source container supporting multiple audio, subtitle, and video tracks.
  • FormatwebmWEBM (.webm)
    Full NameWeb Media File
    DescriptionOpen, web-optimized video format using modern, high-quality codecs.
  • FormataviAVI (.avi)
    Full NameAudio Video Interleave
    DescriptionA classic video format by Microsoft offering broad compatibility.
  • FormatmovMOV (.mov)
    Full NameQuickTime Movie
    DescriptionDeveloped by Apple, supports high-quality video and multiple codecs.
  • Formatmp4MP4 (.mp4)
    Full NameMPEG-4 Video
    DescriptionThe most common video format, widely supported across devices and platforms.

Document Formats

  • FormatrstRST (.rst)
    Full NamereStructuredText File
    DescriptionLightweight markup language used for technical and software documentation.
  • FormatdocbookDOCBOOK (.docbook)
    Full NameDocBook XML Document
    DescriptionXML-based format for creating structured technical documents and manuals.
  • FormatodtODT (.odt)
    Full NameOpenDocument Text File
    DescriptionOpen standard word-processing format supporting text, styles, and images.
  • FormatepubEPUB (.epub)
    Full NameElectronic Publication
    DescriptionOpen eBook format compatible with most eReaders and mobile devices.
  • FormatmdMD (.md)
    Full NameMarkdown
    DescriptionLightweight markup format for creating formatted text with plain syntax.
  • FormatrtfRTF (.rtf)
    Full NameRich Text Format
    DescriptionBasic text document format supporting limited formatting and compatibility.
  • FormathtmlHTML (.html)
    Full NameHyperText Markup Language
    DescriptionCore language for creating web pages and structured content.
  • FormatjsonJSON (.json)
    Full NameJavaScript Object Notation
    DescriptionLightweight data format for APIs and data storage.
  • FormatcsvCSV (.csv)
    Full NameComma-Separated Values
    DescriptionSimple text format for tabular data like spreadsheets or databases.
  • FormatxlsxXLSX (.xlsx)
    Full NameExcel Open XML Spreadsheet
    DescriptionSpreadsheet format storing data, formulas, charts, and structured worksheets.
  • FormatdocxDOCX (.docx)
    Full NameMicrosoft Word Document
    DescriptionModern Word format supporting rich text, images, and formatting.
  • FormatdocDOC (.doc)
    Full NameMicrosoft Word 97–2003 Document
    DescriptionLegacy Word format, still widely used in business documents.

Image Formats

  • FormatpsdPSD (.psd)
    Full NamePhotoshop Document
    DescriptionLayered image format for advanced editing and professional design work.
  • FormatapngAPNG (.apng)
    Full NameAnimated Portable Network Graphics
    DescriptionLossless PNG format supporting smooth animations with transparency.
  • FormatgifGIF (.gif)
    Full NameGraphics Interchange Format
    DescriptionLimited-color image format supporting simple looping animations.
  • FormatheifHEIF (.heif)
    Full NameHigh Efficiency Image File
    DescriptionHigh-quality image format offering superior compression and modern features.
  • FormatheicHEIC (.heic)
    Full NameHigh Efficiency Image Container
    DescriptionA modern image format by Apple with advanced compression for photos.
  • FormatavifAVIF (.avif)
    Full NameAV1 Image File Format
    DescriptionNext-gen image format with excellent compression and HDR support.
  • FormaticoICO (.ico)
    Full NameIcon File
    DescriptionUsed for website favicons and desktop icons. Stores multiple image sizes in one file.
  • FormattifTIF (.tif)
    Full NameTagged Image File
    DescriptionHigh-quality raster format used in printing and archival workflows.
  • FormattiffTIFF (.tiff)
    Full NameTagged Image File Format
    DescriptionProfessional, lossless image format ideal for scanning and archiving.
  • FormatbmpBMP (.bmp)
    Full NameBitmap Image File
    DescriptionUncompressed raster format producing large, high-fidelity image files.
  • FormatsvgSVG (.svg)
    Full NameScalable Vector Graphics
    DescriptionXML-based vector format for logos and illustrations that scale without losing quality.
  • FormatwebpWEBP (.webp)
    Full NameWeb Picture Format
    DescriptionA modern web format offering high compression and transparency support.
  • FormatpngPNG (.png)
    Full NamePortable Network Graphics
    DescriptionA lossless format supporting transparency, perfect for graphics and web images.
  • FormatjpegJPEG (.jpeg)
    Full NameJoint Photographic Experts Group
    DescriptionCompressed photo format balancing good image quality with small file size.
  • FormatjpgJPG (.jpg)
    Full NameJoint Photographic Experts Group
    DescriptionA compressed image format ideal for photos and web use. Balances quality with small file size.