MPF files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Microsoft Media Package FIle
General Information
| Title | MPF File Extension |
| Extension | .mpf |
| Full Form | Microsoft Media Package File |
| File Type | Package File |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.ms-mediapackage |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store media objects |
| Additional Functions | Data encapsulation, Content distribution |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Multimedia Presentation | Yes |
| Educational Content | Yes |
| Business Presentation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data leakage |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 2000s |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ppt, .pptx, .ppsx |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Producer |
Discontinued | Windows |
| Microsoft Office |
Paid, Subscription | Windows, Mac |
Type 2: MARS Project File
General Information
| Title | MPF File Extension |
| Extension | .mpf |
| Full Form | MARS Project File |
| File Type | Project Configuration File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store project data |
| Additional Functions | Facilitate simulation setup |
| Features | Editable, Structured format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Robotics Simulation | Yes |
| Project Management | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code execution |
| Best Practices | Validation, Safe handling |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2006 |
| Latest Version | Associated with MRDS 4 (2012) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .sim, .dsproj |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Robotics Developer Studio |
Free | Windows |
Type 3: MainActor Project File
General Information
| Title | MPF File Extension |
| Extension | .mpf |
| Full Form | MainActor Project File |
| File Type | Video Project File |
| Developer | MainConcept |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store project |
| Additional Functions | Reference media files |
| Features | Non-linear editing, Video production |
File Characteristics
| Quality | N/A |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Video Editing | Yes |
| Multimedia Projects | Yes |
| Film Production | No |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Project management |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Discontinued |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mcf, .veg, .prproj |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 MainActor |
Discontinued | Windows, Linux |