.MSK File Extension

Autodesk Raster Mask File

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General Information

Title MSK File Extension
Extension .msk
Full Form Autodesk Raster Mask File
File Type Raster Image Mask File
Developer Autodesk
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store mask
Additional Functions Transparency control, Image editing
Features Binary format, Layer masking

File Characteristics

Quality Depends on image
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency Yes
Editable Yes

Use Cases

CAD Design Yes
Image Masking Yes
Editing Raster Graphics Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Backup, Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Varies with software
Latest Version Depends on AutoCAD version

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .dwg, .dxf, .bmp, .tif

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Autodesk AutoCAD Subscription Windows, Mac
Autodesk Raster Design Subscription Windows