BDF files exist as 5 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Binary Data File
General Information
| Title | BDF File Extension |
| Extension | .bdf |
| Full Form | Binary Data File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store data |
| Additional Functions | Data exchange, Interpretation |
| Features | Binary format, Various uses |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High, Binary |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with software |
Use Cases
| Font Files | Yes |
| EDA | Yes |
| Scientific Data | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Malware injection |
| Best Practices | File scanning, Validation |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Format updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .bin, .hex, .dat |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Photoshop |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 Glyph Bitmap Distribution Format |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| EDA Software |
Varies | Varies |
Type 2: BSDiff Patch File
BDF extension can be a BSDiff Patch File that is created by bsdiff or bspatch tools. BDF files are used to identify raw data from hard drives. These are generally applied to video game ROMs. One reaso...
General Information
| Title | BDF File Extension |
| Extension | .bdf |
| Full Form | BSDiff Patch File |
| File Type | Patch File |
| Developer | Colin Percival |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store differences |
| Additional Functions | Update files |
| Features | Binary diff, Efficient |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High efficiency |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Software Updates | Yes |
| Data Synchronization | Yes |
| Version Control | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Malicious code |
| Best Practices | Verify source, Check integrity |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2003 |
| Latest Version | BSDiff 4.3 (2005) |
Associated Types
| Related Extensions | .patch, .diff |
Type 3: Glyph Bitmap Distribution Format
.BDF is a file extension for Glyph Bitmap Distribution Format files defined by Adobe Systems. This format describes Adobe BDF. The term “character” is replaced by “glyph”. Keywords like CHARS ...
General Information
| Title | BDF File Extension |
| Extension | .bdf |
| Full Form | Glyph Bitmap Distribution Format |
| File Type | Font File |
| Developer | Adobe Systems |
| MIME Type | application/x-font-bdf |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store bitmap fonts |
| Additional Functions | Define glyphs |
| Features | Text, Bitmaps, Scalable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Resolution dependent |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Font Design | Yes |
| Graphic Design | Yes |
| UI Development | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Validate, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Revision | Adobe BDF 2.2 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pcf, .otf, .ttf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 FontForge |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| GBDFed Bitmap Font Editor |
Free | Linux |
 X Window System |
Free | Unix-like |
Type 4: Bulk Data Input File
The bulk data input .BDF file format stores structural analysis data. Nastran is the software that is used to open, analyze and optimize these files. It has open architecture for structures and compon...
General Information
| Title | BDF File Extension |
| Extension | .bdf |
| Full Form | Bulk Data Input File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Data storage |
| Additional Functions | Data exchange, Simulation input |
| Features | Text-based, ASCII |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High integrity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Finite Element Analysis | Yes |
| CAD/CAM Systems | Yes |
| Engineering Simulations | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low unless scripted |
| Best Practices | Validate data, Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies by software |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .fem, .nas, .pat |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| MSC Nastran |
Paid | Windows, Unix, Linux |
| Patran |
Paid | Windows, Unix, Linux |
| Femap |
Paid | Windows |
Type 5: MIDAS BDF Disk Image File
BDF is a disk image file created by MIDAS, a software used for storing astronomy related data. BDF file format is classified as Disk Image. Use ESO-MIDAS to open .bdf disk image files. These files can...
General Information
| Title | BDF File Extension |
| Extension | .bdf |
| Full Form | MIDAS BDF Disk Image File |
| File Type | Disk Image File |
| Developer | MIDAS Information Technology Co., Ltd. |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store disk image |
| Additional Functions | Software distribution, Data backup |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High fidelity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Engineering Analysis | Yes |
| Data Recovery | Yes |
| Software Installation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Corruption, Malware risk |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Use trusted sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Varies by software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .iso, .img, .vmdk |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| MIDAS Civil |
Commercial | Windows |
| MIDAS Gen |
Commercial | Windows |