.NOMEDIA File Extension

No Media File

A NOMEDIA file informs apps to not scan a folder for media files. This prevents delays when viewing gallery and multimedia. Android periodically searches storage to locate media files. A NOMEDIA fil...

General Information

Title .NOMEDIA File Extension
Extension .nomedia
Full Form No Media File
File Type Configuration File
Developer Android
MIME Type N/A

File Function

Primary Function Hide media
Additional Functions Prevent scanning
Features Invisibility, Simplicity

File Characteristics

Quality N/A
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Privacy Yes
Media Organization Yes
Device Performance Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Minimal
Best Practices Selective placement

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Circa Android 1.0
Latest Revision N/A

Associated Types

Similar Functions .hidden, .hide

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Android OS Free Android
File Managers Varies Android
NoMedia File Creators Free, Paid Android