Meta Package File
General Information
| Title | MPKG File Extension |
| Extension | .mpkg |
| Full Form | Meta Package File |
| File Type | Package File |
| Developer | Apple Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/x-macbinary |
File Function
| Primary Function | Software installation |
| Additional Functions | Bundle components |
| Features | Mac installation, Multiple packages |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High reliability |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with tools |
Use Cases
| Software Distribution | Yes |
| Multi-Component Apps | Yes |
| Mac OS Installation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code injection |
| Best Practices | Verify source, Check signatures |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | With OS X |
| Latest Version | Current with macOS |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pkg, .app, .dmg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Apple Installer |
Free | macOS |
 Pacifist |
Shareware | macOS |
| Suspicious Package |
Free | macOS |