META files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: RealPlayer Metafile
a) Simplify sentences to be 6 to 17 words long: META files store metadata about video files. They do not contain video data. RealPlayer creates them. They describe videos like duration and title. Not...
General Information
| Title | META File Extension |
| Extension | .meta |
| Full Form | RealPlayer Metafile |
| File Type | Metafile |
| Developer | RealNetworks |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.rn-realmedia-meta |
File Function
| Primary Function | Reference media files |
| Additional Functions | Stream media |
| Features | Text-based, URL references |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Not applicable |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Media Streaming | Yes |
| Playlist Management | Yes |
| Online Broadcasting | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | URL manipulation |
| Best Practices | Validate URLs, Secure hosting |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1995 |
| Latest Version | RealPlayer 20/20 (2020) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .rm, .ram, .rmvb |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 RealPlayer |
Free, Paid versions | Windows, Mac |
Type 2: Exient Metadata File
General Information
| Title | .META File Extension |
| Extension | .meta |
| Full Form | Exient Metadata File |
| File Type | Metadata File |
| Developer | Exient |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store metadata |
| Additional Functions | Configure, Document settings |
| Features | Text-based, Key-value pairs |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text readability |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Game Development | Yes |
| Configuration | Yes |
| Data Description | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Validate format, Avoid sensitive data |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Company founding |
| Latest Version | Game-specific |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .json, .xml, .ini |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Exient Games |
Developed in-house | Game-specific platforms |
| Text Editors |
Free, Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 JSON Tools |
Free, Paid | Varies |