MED files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Amiga MED Sound File
General Information
| Title | MED Sound File Extension |
| Extension | .med |
| Full Form | Music Editor File |
| File Type | Audio File |
| Developer | RBF Software |
| MIME Type | audio/x-mod |
File Function
| Primary Function | Contain audio |
| Additional Functions | Contain patterns, blocks |
| Features | Multi-track, Pattern-based |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | Multi-track |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Music Production | Yes |
| Game Development | Yes |
| Sound Design | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Verify sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mod, .xm, .s3m, .it |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 OctaMED Soundstudio |
Free | AmigaOS |
| OpenMPT |
Free | Windows |
| Deluxe Music Construction Set |
Commercial | AmigaOS |
| XMP |
Free | Multi-platform |
Type 2: RSView Development Project
General Information
| Title | MED File Extension |
| Extension | .med |
| Full Form | RSView Development Project File |
| File Type | Development Project File |
| Developer | Rockwell Automation |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store project data |
| Additional Functions | Interface design, Script storage |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Proprietary format |
| Supports Layers | Multiple views |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with software |
Use Cases
| Industrial Automation | Yes |
| Human-Machine Interface | Yes |
| Manufacturing Processes | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Associated Software | RSView32, FactoryTalk View |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mer, .rsw, .apa |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| RSView Studio |
Paid | Windows |
| FactoryTalk View Studio |
Paid | Windows |