FAR files exist as 4 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: The Sims Archive File
Files with .far suffix are game data archives from The Sims. They contain graphics elements and objects. The .far file extension is also used by two other file types. The Sims is a strategic life-simu...
General Information
| Title | FAR File Extension |
| Extension | .far |
| Full Form | The Sims Archive File |
| File Type | Game Archive File |
| Developer | Maxis |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store game data |
| Additional Functions | Package resources |
| Features | Compressed, Contains assets |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High efficiency |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Via tools |
Use Cases
| Game Modification | Yes |
| Resource Storage | Yes |
| Custom Content | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Altered files |
| Best Practices | Verify sources, Backup files |
Historical/Version Information
| Associated Game | The Sims (2000) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .iff, .package, .sim |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 The Sims |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| FAR Manager Plugin |
Free | Windows |
| SimExplorer |
Free | Windows |
Type 2: FARO Zone File
We have free online .FAR file apps. They allow viewing, editing, converting, merging, splitting, and comparing FAR files without installing anything. Click links to see details for each feature. .FA...
General Information
| Title | FARO Zone File |
| Extension | .far |
| Full Form | FARO Zone 3D File |
| File Type | 3D Scene File |
| Developer | FARO Technologies |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store 3D scenes |
| Additional Functions | Contain measurements, Annotations |
| Features | Visualisation, Analysis |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Accident Reconstruction | Yes |
| Crime Scene Investigation | Yes |
| Fire Investigation | Yes |
| Security Planning | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Access control, Regular backups |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Check FARO website |
Associated Types
| Related Extensions | .fls, .fws, .fdz, .fz3 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| FARO Zone 2D |
Paid | Windows |
| FARO Zone 3D |
Paid | Windows |
| FARO SCENE |
Paid | Windows |
Type 3: Farandole Composer Module
General Information
| Title | FAR File Extension |
| Extension | .far |
| Full Form | Farandole Composer Module |
| File Type | Audio Module File |
| Developer | Farandole |
| MIME Type | audio/x-far |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store music |
| Additional Functions | Playback in trackers |
| Features | Patterns, Samples |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on samples |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Music Production | Yes |
| Audio Playback | Yes |
| Retro Gaming | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular scans, Safe sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 1990s |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mod, .xm, .s3m, .it |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Farandole Composer |
Discontinued | DOS |
| ModPlug Player |
Free | Windows |
| XMPlay |
Free | Windows |
Type 4: Fuchsia Archive
A Fuchsia archive file stores path names to file contents, like a .tar or .zip file. Sometimes called FARs or FAR archives. They use the .far filename extension. The archive file contains chunks: The ...
General Information
| Title | FAR File Extension |
| Extension | .far |
| Full Form | Fuchsia Archive File |
| File Type | Archive File |
| Developer | |
| MIME Type | application/far |
File Function
| Primary Function | Package executable, resources |
| Additional Functions | Software distribution |
| Features | Immutable, Indexed |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High integrity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Fuchsia OS Apps | Yes |
| System Updates | Yes |
| Component Distribution | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Limited, Controlled |
| Best Practices | Package signing, hash verification |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2016 |
| Latest Version | Ongoing updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .zip, .tar.gz, .rar |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Fuchsia SDK |
Free | Fuchsia |
| FAR Tools |
Free | Fuchsia, Linux, Mac |