RMD files exist as 4 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: R Markdown File
RMD files can be opened in any text editor. We recommend opening them in RStudio. It supports RMD syntax and can execute the code. These files contain R code chunks and text. The {knitr} package execu...
General Information
| Title | RMD File Extension |
| Extension | .rmd |
| Full Form | R Markdown File |
| File Type | Document Source Code |
| Developer | RStudio, PBC |
| MIME Type | text/markdown |
File Function
| Primary Function | Documentation, Reporting |
| Additional Functions | Data Analysis, Visualization |
| Features | Text Formatting, Code Embedding |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-Based |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Data Science | Yes |
| Academic Research | Yes |
| Statistical Analysis | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code Injection |
| Best Practices | Version Control, Code Review |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2012 |
| Latest Update | RStudio 2023.02.0+576 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .md, .R, .Rnw, .Rhtml |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 RStudio |
Free, Commercial | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Jupyter Notebook |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Visual Studio Code |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: Reference Manager Data File
An RMD file saves references for bibliography. It is created by Reference Manager to make bibliographies. The RMD file also saves a separate .RMX index file. RMD files store citations and references. ...
General Information
| Title | RMD File Extension |
| Extension | .rmd |
| Full Form | Reference Manager Data File |
| File Type | Database File |
| Developer | Thomson Reuters |
| MIME Type | application/x-research-info-systems |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store references |
| Additional Functions | Sort, search entries |
| Features | Bibliographic data, Customizable fields |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured data |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with software |
Use Cases
| Academic Research | Yes |
| Literature Review | Yes |
| Data Import/Export | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Software updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | Reference Manager 12 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ris, .enl, .bib |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Reference Manager |
Discontinued | Windows |
| EndNote |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 Zotero |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 3: RealPlayer Media File
RMD files open in Atom to view contents. RMD files contain markdown text and R code for data analysis. Statisticians use them to create dynamic reports and documents. Embedding R summaries allows expo...
General Information
| Title | RMD File Extension |
| Extension | .rmd |
| Full Form | RealPlayer Media File |
| File Type | Media File |
| Developer | RealNetworks |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.rn-realmedia-vbr |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store audio/video |
| Additional Functions | Streaming online content |
| Features | Variable Bitrate, Online playback |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Variable |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Limited |
Use Cases
| Media Playback | Yes |
| Streaming Content | Yes |
| Video Editing | Limited |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Codecs download, Malware |
| Best Practices | Updated software, Trusted sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1995 |
| Latest Version | RealPlayer 18 (As of knowledge cutoff) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .rm, .rmvb, .ra |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| RealPlayer |
Free, Premium | Windows, Mac |
 VLC Media Player |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Media Player Classic |
Free | Windows |
Type 4: RED Metadata File
The RMD file format contains editing metadata of RED video files. These files include color, sharpness adjustments. RMD files were formerly RSX files. They are saved in the clip folder. REDCINE-X soft...
General Information
| Title | RMD File Extension |
| Extension | .rmd |
| Full Form | RED Metadata File |
| File Type | Metadata File |
| Developer | RED Digital Cinema |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store metadata |
| Additional Functions | Color grading, Clip adjustment |
| Features | Non-destructive, Editable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Film Editing | Yes |
| Color Correction | Yes |
| Visual Effects | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Backup, Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2007 |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .r3d, .red, .mov |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 RED REDCINE-X PRO |
Free | Windows, Mac |
 Adobe Premiere Pro |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
| DaVinci Resolve |
Free, Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |