Interchange File Format
General Information
| Title | IFF File Extension |
| Extension | .iff |
| Full Form | Interchange File Format |
| File Type | Container File Format |
| Developer | Electronic Arts |
| MIME Type | image/x-iff |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store data |
| Additional Functions | Audio, video interchange |
| Features | Modular, Extendable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | Yes, Chunky |
| Supports Transparency | Yes, Mask |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Game Assets | Yes |
| Music Editing | Yes |
| Graphic Design | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Rare |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, software patching |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1985 |
| Latest Revision | EA-IFF 85 (1985) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .aiff, .avi, .ciff |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Audition |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 Deluxe Paint |
Discontinued | Amiga |
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |