.AAF File Extension

Advanced Authoring Format

General Information

Title	AAF File Extension
Extension	.aaf
Full Form	Advanced Authoring Format
File Type	Multimedia File
Developer	Advanced Media Workflow Association
MIME Type	application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function	Video editing
Additional Functions	Audio editing, Data interchange
Features	Non-linear editing, Metadata support

File Characteristics

Quality	High
Supports Layers	Yes
Supports Transparency	Yes
Editable	Yes

Use Cases

Film Production	Yes
Television Production	Yes
Audio Production	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	Low
Best Practices	Regular updates, Secure storage

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release	1998
Latest Update	Varies by software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions

.omf, .xml, .prproj, .fcpxml

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
Avid Media Composer	Subscription	Windows, Mac
Adobe Premiere Pro	Subscription	Windows, Mac
Apple Final Cut Pro	Purchase	Mac