.IDF File Extension

Intermediate Data Format File

The IDF files define parameters of MIDI instruments or controllers. They provide instrument ID, key map, channel assignments. These files are associated with devices. Changes to them may affect applic...

General Information

Title IDF File Extension
Extension .idf
Full Form Intermediate Data Format File
File Type CAD File
Developer IPC
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function PCB design data
Additional Functions Component representation, data exchange
Features 2D, text-based

File Characteristics

Quality High accuracy
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

PCB Design Yes
Electronic Manufacturing Yes
Mechanical CAD Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Intellectual property leak
Best Practices Encryption, access control

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1990s
Version Updates IDF 2.0, IDF 3.0, IDF 4.0

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .brd, .sch, .pcb

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Altium Designer Paid Windows
Cadence Allegro Paid Windows
SolidWorks Paid Windows