VOB files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: DVD Video Object File
VOB is the container format in DVD-Video media. It can contain digital video, audio, subtitles, DVD menus and navigation contents multiplexed into a stream. VOB files may be encrypted. DVD Forum dev...
General Information
| Title | VOB File Extension |
| Extension | .vob |
| Full Form | Video Object File |
| File Type | Media Container |
| Developer | DVD Forum |
| MIME Type | video/dvd, video/mpeg |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store video, audio |
| Additional Functions | Subtitles, Menus |
| Features | MPEG-2 format, Navigation contents |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Standard definition, High definition |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with software |
Use Cases
| DVD Playback | Yes |
| Video Editing | Yes |
| Media Conversion | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Piracy concerns |
| Best Practices | Copyright respect, Legal use |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1995 |
| Latest Revision | Specs published by DVD Forum |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ifo, .bup, .mpeg, .mpg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Unix |
 PowerDVD |
Paid | Windows |
| HandBrake |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: Vue Objects File
Files with .vob extension are container files. They are like shells holding many files within. The format commonly stores DVD media contents. It contains video, audio data, subtitles, menus and DVD in...
General Information
| Title | VOB File Extension |
| Extension | .vob |
| Full Form | Video Object File |
| File Type | Media Container File |
| Developer | DVD Forum |
| MIME Type | video/dvd, video/mpeg |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store video, audio |
| Additional Functions | Subtitles, DVD menus |
| Features | Multiplexed, Encrypted |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Standard DVD |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Home Videos | Yes |
| Professional Film | Yes |
| Data Distribution | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Piracy vulnerability |
| Best Practices | Copyright respect, Legal use |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1995 |
| Latest Standard | DVD-Video |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ifo, .bup |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| CyberLink PowerDVD |
Paid | Windows |
 Adobe Premiere Pro |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
Type 3: Live for Speed Car File
General Information
| Title | VOB File Extension |
| Extension | .vob |
| Full Form | Live for Speed Car File |
| File Type | Game Data File |
| Developer | Live for Speed Team |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store car details |
| Additional Functions | Define physics, Customize appearance |
| Features | 3D model data, Textures |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on model |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes, with editor |
Use Cases
| Gaming | Yes |
| Modding | Yes |
| Simulation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Download from reputable sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2003 |
| Latest Update | Not specified |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .lyt, .spr, .dds |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Live for Speed |
Paid, Demo available | Windows |