Mail File
General Information
| Title | MAI File Extension |
| Extension | .mai |
| Full Form | Mail File |
| File Type | Text File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store email messages |
| Additional Functions | Store headers, body |
| Features | Text-based, Human-readable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text quality |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Email Storage | Yes |
| Email Backup | Yes |
| Data Transfer | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Phishing, malware |
| Best Practices | Scan for viruses, cautious opening |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Varies with application |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .eml, .msg, .pst, .mbox |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Outlook |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 Mozilla Thunderbird |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Apple Mail |
Free | Mac |