PGM files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Portable Gray Map Image
General Information
| Title | PGM File Extension |
| Extension | .pgm |
| Full Form | Portable Gray Map Image |
| File Type | Image File |
| Developer | Jef Poskanzer |
| MIME Type | image/x-portable-graymap |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store grayscale images |
| Additional Functions | Facilitate image transfer |
| Features | ASCII, Binary formats |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on resolution |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Image Processing | Yes |
| Machine Learning | Yes |
| Scientific Research | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Safe sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | Unspecified |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pbm, .ppm, .pnm |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 GIMP |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Adobe Photoshop |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 Netpbm |
Free | Multiplatform |
Type 2: Akai MPC Program File
General Information
| Title | PGM File Extension |
| Extension | .pgm |
| Full Form | Akai MPC Program File |
| File Type | Program File |
| Developer | Akai Professional |
| MIME Type | application/x-akai-mpc |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store instrument settings |
| Additional Functions | Map samples, Define MIDI data |
| Features | Multi-sampling support, MIDI mapping |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on samples |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, Via software |
Use Cases
| Music Production | Yes |
| Live Performance | Yes |
| Sound Design | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Organized storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1988, With MPC60 |
| Latest Version | Varies by model |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .snd, .wav, .aiff |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Akai MPC Software |
Paid, With hardware | Windows, Mac |
| JJOS |
Paid | MPC hardware |