Source Filmmaker Project File
General Information
| Title | SFM File Extension |
| Extension | .sfm |
| Full Form | Source Filmmaker Project File |
| File Type | 3D Animation Project File |
| Developer | Valve Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store project data |
| Additional Functions | Reference models, textures |
| Features | Animation, Cinematography |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High (project-dependent) |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Video Production | Yes |
| Game Cinematics | Yes |
| 3D Animation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, backups |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2012 |
| Updates | Regular (with software) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dmx, .mdl, .vtf, .vmt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Source Filmmaker |
Free | Windows |
 Blender (with importer plugin) |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |