.BLF File Extension

BLF files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: CLFS Base Log File

Base log files are hidden system files in Windows. You should not modify or delete them. They contain user and system data like passwords and settings. BLF files belong to CLFS by Microsoft. The Windo...

General Information

Title BLF File Extension
Extension .blf
Full Form Common Log File System Base Log File
File Type Binary Log File
Developer Microsoft
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store log data
Additional Functions Support transactional logging
Features Binary format, Fast access

File Characteristics

Quality High efficiency
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No (Binary)

Use Cases

System Diagnostics Yes
Event Logging Yes
Performance Analysis Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Tampering risk
Best Practices Access control, Integrity monitoring

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release With Windows Server 2003 R2
Latest Version Integrated in latest Windows

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .evtx, .etl

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Windows Event Viewer Included with Windows Windows
Windows Performance Toolkit Free Windows
Microsoft Message Analyzer Discontinued Windows

Type 2: MasterWorks Working File

Embroidery design files created by MasterWorks digitizing program. Used for creating and editing digital embroidery designs. Stores shapes, colors, and outlines for designs. Provides flexibility for c...

General Information

Title BLF File Extension
Extension .blf
Full Form MasterWorks Working File
File Type Embroidery Design File
Developer BriTon Leap
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store design data
Additional Functions Facilitate editing
Features Layered designs, Scalable objects

File Characteristics

Quality High precision
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Embroidery Design Yes
Pattern Making Yes
Digital Crafting Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low risk
Best Practices Regular backups, Software updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Unknown
Latest Version Varies with software update

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .pes, .dst, .hus

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
MasterWorks Commercial Windows
Designer's Gallery Commercial Windows

Type 3: Binary Logging Format File

A BLF file may contain CAN traffic data captured by CANoe or CANalyzer tools from Vector Informatik. These files log events on a vehicle's Controller Area Network (CAN). Users can review or replay the...

General Information

Title BLF File Extension
Extension .blf
Full Form Binary Logging Format File
File Type Data File
Developer Bosch
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store vehicle data
Additional Functions Analysis, Troubleshooting
Features Binary format, Time-stamped

File Characteristics

Quality High precision
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable With software

Use Cases

Automotive Diagnostics Yes
Network Analysis Yes
Data Logging Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Data manipulation
Best Practices Access control, Integrity checks

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Specifics unknown
Latest Version Continuous updates

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .mcap, .asc, .log

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Vector CANoe Commercial Windows
Vector CANalyzer Commercial Windows
PCAN-Explorer Commercial Windows