MHTML Web Archive
General Information
| Title | MHT File Extension |
| Extension | .mht, .mhtml |
| Full Form | MHTML Web Archive |
| File Type | Web Page Archive File |
| Developer | World Wide Web Consortium |
| MIME Type | message/rfc822 |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store HTML |
| Additional Functions | Include resources |
| Features | Single file, Self-contained |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Offline Viewing | Yes |
| Email Attachments | Yes |
| Web Page Backup | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Script execution |
| Best Practices | Scan files, Update software |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Late 1990s |
| Latest Version | Standardized |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .html, .htm |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Internet Explorer |
Free | Windows |
 Microsoft Word |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 Opera |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |