Opus Audio Codec File
General Information
| Title | OPUS File Extension |
| Extension | .opus |
| Full Form | Opus Audio Codec File |
| File Type | Audio File |
| Developer | IETF |
| MIME Type | audio/opus |
File Function
| Primary Function | Audio streaming |
| Additional Functions | Audio storage |
| Features | High quality, Low latency |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Adjustable |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Online Communication | Yes |
| Music Streaming | Yes |
| Podcasting | Yes |
| Real-time Broadcasting | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Safe sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Standardization Date | 2012 |
| Latest Update | RFC 8251 (2017) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mp3, .ogg, .aac, .wav |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android |
 Foobar2000 |
Free | Windows |
 Audacity |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |