Audio Interchange File Format Compressed
General Information
| Title | AIFC File Extension |
| Extension | .aifc |
| Full Form | Audio Interchange File Format Compressed |
| File Type | Audio File |
| Developer | Apple Inc. |
| MIME Type | audio/x-aifc |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store sound |
| Additional Functions | Support compression |
| Features | Lossless, Compressed |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Music Production | Yes |
| Podcasts | Yes |
| Sample Libraries | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Safe sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1991 |
| Latest Update | Included in AIFF-C |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .aiff, .wav, .mp3 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Apple QuickTime Player |
Free | Windows, Mac |
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Unix |
 Adobe Audition |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |