QuickTime Movie File
General Information
| Title | QTM File Extension |
| Extension | .qtm |
| Full Form | QuickTime Movie File |
| File Type | Video File |
| Developer | Apple Inc. |
| MIME Type | video/quicktime |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store video |
| Additional Functions | Store audio, interactivity |
| Features | Streaming, multimedia |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High, adjustable |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Video Editing | Yes |
| Multimedia Playback | Yes |
| Streaming Content | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Vulnerabilities, exploits |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, secure sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1991 |
| Latest Version | QuickTime X (2009) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mov, .mp4, .m4a, .m4v |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 QuickTime Player |
Free | Windows, Mac |
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Apple iTunes |
Free | Windows, Mac |