EMF files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Enhanced Windows Metafile
General Information
| Title | EMF File Extension |
| Extension | .emf |
| Full Form | Enhanced Windows Metafile |
| File Type | Vector Graphics File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | image/x-emf |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store graphics |
| Additional Functions | Printing, Scaling |
| Features | Vector format, Device-independent |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High resolution |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Printing | Yes |
| Technical Documentation | Yes |
| Graphical Presentations | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Embedded code |
| Best Practices | Scan files, Update software |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1992 |
| Significant Version | Windows NT 3.1 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .wmf, .svg, .eps |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Office |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 Adobe Illustrator |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 Inkscape |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: Jasspa MicroEmacs Macro File
General Information
| Title | EMF File Extension |
| Extension | .emf |
| Full Form | Enhanced Metafile Format |
| File Type | Graphics File Format |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | image/x-emf |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store graphics |
| Additional Functions | Vector graphic representation |
| Features | Device independence, Scalability |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High resolution |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Print Media | Yes |
| Digital Graphics | Yes |
| Technical Drawings | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Rarely targeted |
| Best Practices | Validate sources, Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1992 |
| Latest Version | Part of Windows Updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .wmf, .svg, .png, .jpg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office |
Commercial | Windows, Mac |
| Adobe Illustrator |
Commercial | Windows, Mac |
 LibreOffice |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |