Portable Document Format
General Information
| Title | PDF File Extension |
| Extension | |
| Full Form | Portable Document Format |
| File Type | Document File |
| Developer | Adobe Systems |
| MIME Type | application/pdf |
File Function
| Primary Function | Document viewing |
| Additional Functions | Rich media display, form submission |
| Features | Fixed layout, searchable text |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High resolution |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Document Exchange | Yes |
| E-Books | Yes |
| Forms | Yes |
| Print Publishing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Malicious scripts |
| Best Practices | Update reader, disable JS |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1993 |
| Latest Version | ISO 32000-2:2020 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ps, .eps, .xps |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Acrobat Reader |
Free | Windows, Mac, Android, iOS |
 Foxit Reader |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Google Chrome |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS |