CPI files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: AVCHD Video Clip Information
General Information
| Title | CPI File Extension |
| Extension | .cpi |
| Full Form | AVCHD Video Clip Information File |
| File Type | Video Metadata File |
| Developer | Sony, Panasonic |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store metadata |
| Additional Functions | Support video playback |
| Features | Video file indexing, AVCHD information |
File Characteristics
| Quality | N/A |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Video Editing | Yes |
| Video Playback | Yes |
| Data Recovery | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, software updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2006 |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mts, .m2ts |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Premiere Pro |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Sony Picture Motion Browser |
Free | Windows |
Type 2: Codepage Information File
General Information
| Title | CPI File Extension |
| Extension | .cpi |
| Full Form | Codepage Information File |
| File Type | System File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/x-cpi |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store codepage info |
| Additional Functions | International text display |
| Features | Text mapping, Localization support |
File Characteristics
| Quality | System-specific |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Rarely |
Use Cases
| System Localization | Yes |
| Text Processing | Yes |
| Legacy Systems | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Backup, Use updated system |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1981 |
| Latest Version | Dependent on OS |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .nls, .nlm, .sys |
