FIG files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: MATLAB Figure File
General Information
| Title | FIG File Extension |
| Extension | .fig |
| Full Form | MATLAB Figure File |
| File Type | Figure File |
| Developer | MathWorks |
| MIME Type | application/fig |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store figure |
| Additional Functions | Store plots, GUI data |
| Features | Interactive, Editable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High resolution |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Academic Research | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes |
| Data Analysis | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Version control, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Pre-2000 |
| Latest Version | Depends on MATLAB version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .m, .mat, .mex, .mlapp, .mdl |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 MATLAB |
Licensed | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: Xfig Drawing
General Information
| Title | .FIG File Extension |
| Extension | .fig |
| Full Form | Xfig Drawing File |
| File Type | Vector Graphics File |
| Developer | Xfig Developers |
| MIME Type | application/x-xfig |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store drawings |
| Additional Functions | Export to other formats |
| Features | 2D vector graphics, Text objects |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Scalable |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Technical Drawing | Yes |
| Academic Papers | Yes |
| Presentations | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Version control, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1985 |
| Latest Version | 3.2.7a (2019) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .eps, .svg, .pdf |
Type 3: 3ds Max Figure File
General Information
| Title | FIG File Extension |
| Extension | .fig |
| Full Form | 3ds Max Figure File |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | Autodesk, Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store biped figure |
| Additional Functions | Character configuration |
| Features | Customizable, Reusable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Highly specific |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, within software |
Use Cases
| Character Animation | Yes |
| Game Development | Yes |
| Film Pre-visualization | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low, proprietary |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Version | Varies with 3ds Max version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .max, .bip, .csm |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Autodesk 3ds Max |
Paid, Subscription | Windows |
| Autodesk MotionBuilder |
Paid, Subscription | Windows |