MEM files exist as 6 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: FoxPro Variable File
Microsoft Visual FoxPro uses MEM files to store codes for saving, deleting, and restoring variables and arrays. Visual FoxPro provides the tools to create management programs for databases. To open a ...
General Information
| Title | MEM File Extension |
| Extension | .mem |
| Full Form | FoxPro Variable File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store variables |
| Additional Functions | Preserve states, Data exchange |
| Features | Structured, Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High efficiency |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Through FoxPro |
Use Cases
| Data Management | Yes |
| Software Development | Yes |
| Legacy Systems | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data exposure |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | Visual FoxPro 9 (2004) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dbf, .fxp, .prg, .scx |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Visual FoxPro |
Commercial | Windows |
 Other FoxPro Versions |
Commercial | Windows, Mac, DOS |
Type 2: GreekToMe Memories File
We have free online apps with .MEM (GreekToMe Memories File) file extensions. These allow viewing, editing, converting, merging, splitting and comparing MEM files without installing anything. Click th...
General Information
| Title | .MEM File Extension |
| Extension | .mem |
| Full Form | GreekToMe Memories File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | GreekToMe |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store user data |
| Additional Functions | Support learning |
| Features | Text storage, User progress |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High integrity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Within software |
Use Cases
| Language Learning | Yes |
| Data Backup | Yes |
| Progress Tracking | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data leakage |
| Best Practices | Regular backup, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Dependent on software updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .gqm, .gqs |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| GreekToMe |
Paid software | Windows |
Type 3: Parallels Desktop Memory Dump File
The MEM file contains the memory dump of a virtual machine created by Parallels Desktop for Mac. This software allows running other operating systems on your Mac. When you create a virtual machine wit...
General Information
| Title | MEM File Extension |
| Extension | .mem |
| Full Form | Parallels Desktop Memory Dump File |
| File Type | Memory Dump File |
| Developer | Parallels, Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store state |
| Additional Functions | Debugging, Recovery |
| Features | Binary, Snapshot |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High fidelity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Virtual Machine Backup | Yes |
| System Analysis | Yes |
| Troubleshooting | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Sensitive data exposure |
| Best Practices | Encryption, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Associated with | Parallels Desktop versions |
| File Format Changes | Version-specific |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pvm, .hdd, .sav |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Parallels Desktop |
Commercial | Mac |
Type 4: Macro Editor Macro
General Information
| Title | .MEM File Extension |
| Extension | .mem |
| Full Form | Macro Editor Macro |
| File Type | Macro File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store macros |
| Additional Functions | Automate tasks |
| Features | Scriptable actions, Reusable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Automated Editing | Yes |
| Software Development | Yes |
| Task Automation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Script execution |
| Best Practices | Validate macros, Sandbox environment |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Varies |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .macro, .scr, .js |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Various Text Editors |
Varies | Varies |
| Macro Editor Tools |
Varies | Varies |
| Software Development Kits |
Varies | Varies |
Type 5: Virtual Game Station Memory File
A .MEM file contains a memory dump of a virtual machine created by Parallels Desktop for Mac. Parallels Desktop for Mac allows you to run operating systems like Windows, Linux, and Android on your Mac...
General Information
| Title | MEM File Extension |
| Extension | .mem |
| Full Form | Virtual Game Station Memory File |
| File Type | Memory Save File |
| Developer | Connectix |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store game saves |
| Additional Functions | Load, transfer saves |
| Features | PlayStation emulation |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Fixed format |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With tools |
Use Cases
| Gameplay Progress | Yes |
| Backup | Yes |
| Sharing Saves | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backups |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1999 |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .gme, .psx, .mcr |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Connectix Virtual Game Station |
Discontinued | Windows, Mac |
| Various Emulators |
Free, Paid | Varies |
Type 6: Mnemosyne Card Collection
The mem file extension is used by the Mnemosyne Project learning program. Mnemosyne is available for Windows, Mac and Linux. The mem file stores flash card collections with texts, images, and audio. T...
General Information
| Title | MEM File Extension |
| Extension | .mem |
| Full Form | Mnemosyne Card Collection File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | The Mnemosyne Project |
| MIME Type | application/x-mnemosyne |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store flashcards |
| Additional Functions | Organize study material |
| Features | Spaced repetition, Portable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text, media support |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Education | Yes |
| Self-study | Yes |
| Language Learning | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular backups |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2006 |
| Latest Version | As of latest Mnemosyne software update |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .db, .anki |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Mnemosyne |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android |