IND files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Memory Stick Formatting File
An IND file placed on a Sony Memory Stick is created when formatted. IND files indicate the media is a Memory Stick. The file MEMSTICK.IND references the Memory Stick device connected. IND files are c...
General Information
| Title | .IND File Extension |
| Extension | .ind |
| Full Form | Memory Stick Formatting File |
| File Type | System File |
| Developer | Sony |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Format Memory Stick |
| Additional Functions | Facilitate Recognition |
| Features | File System Structure, Device-Specific |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Not Applicable |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Memory Stick Formatting | Yes |
| Device Initialization | Yes |
| Data Storage | Indirect |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File Corruption |
| Best Practices | Safe Removal, Regular Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Dependent on Software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .msk, .pbp, .mst |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Sony Memory Stick Formatter |
Free | Windows |
 Card Readers |
Hardware-dependent | Varies |
Type 2: Adobe InDesign Document
General Information
| Title | IND File Extension |
| Extension | .ind |
| Full Form | Adobe InDesign Document |
| File Type | Layout Design File |
| Developer | Adobe Systems |
| MIME Type | application/x-indesign |
File Function
| Primary Function | Desktop publishing |
| Additional Functions | Media content, Print layout |
| Features | Multilayer, Vector graphics |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High resolution |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Print Publishing | Yes |
| Digital Media | Yes |
| E-books | Yes |
| Magazines | Yes |
| Marketing Material | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Embedded scripts |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Usage of trusted plugins |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1999 |
| Latest Version | InDesign 2023 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .idml, .inx, .pmd, .xqx |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe InDesign |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
| Adobe InCopy |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
| QuarkXPress |
Purchase | Windows, Mac |