SID files exist as 4 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Steam Game Data Backup File
SID files store backup game data for Steam. Steam lets you download and manage Valve video games. The backup files use the naming format {game}_disk{X}_{Y}.sid. {Game} is the backup game name. {X} is ...
General Information
| Title | SID File Extension |
| Extension | .sid |
| Full Form | Steam Game Data Backup File |
| File Type | Game Data File |
| Developer | Valve Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store game data |
| Additional Functions | Facilitate game restoration |
| Features | Compressed, Archive |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High (compressed) |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Game Backup | Yes |
| Game Restoration | Yes |
| Data Transfer | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Tampering risk |
| Best Practices | Verify files, Backup integrity |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2003 |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .gcf, .ncf, .acf, .vdf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Steam |
Free client | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: MrSID Image
MrSID is an image compression format developed by LizardTech. It stands for Multi-Resolution Seamless Image Database. SID files are commonly used in geographic information systems and satellite imager...
General Information
| Title | MrSID Image File Extension |
| Extension | .sid |
| Full Form | Multiresolution Seamless Image Database |
| File Type | Raster Image File |
| Developer | LizardTech |
| MIME Type | image/x-mrsid-image |
File Function
| Primary Function | Geospatial imagery storage |
| Additional Functions | Compression, Viewing |
| Features | Multi-resolution, Scalable, Lossless/lossy compression |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High resolution |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| GIS | Yes |
| Mapping | Yes |
| Aerial photography | Yes |
| Satellite imagery | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Authorized access |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 1990s |
| Latest Version | Varies by software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mrsid, .jp2, .ecw, .tiff |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 LizardTech GeoViewer |
Free, Paid versions | Windows, Mac |
 GDAL |
Free | Cross-platform |
 ArcGIS |
Paid | Windows |
Type 3: SID Audio
The .sid file extension can be used to save MrSID image files. These files compress large images. They are used to store Large Geographic Information System (GIS) image files. We have not verified t...
General Information
| Title | SID File Extension |
| Extension | .sid |
| Full Form | Commodore 64 Music File |
| File Type | Audio File |
| Developer | Commodore International |
| MIME Type | audio/prs.sid |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store music |
| Additional Functions | Emulate C64 sound |
| Features | Chiptune, Retro gaming |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Low fidelity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with tools |
Use Cases
| Chiptune Music Creation | Yes |
| Retro Gaming | Yes |
| Music Emulation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Safe sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1982 |
| Latest Version | Depends on player |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mus, .sng, .mod |
Type 4: ScanIt Document
General Information
| Title | .SID File Extension |
| Extension | .sid |
| Full Form | ScanIt Document |
| File Type | Raster Image File |
| Developer | LizardTech |
| MIME Type | image/x-mrsid-image |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store scanned images |
| Additional Functions | Multi-resolution, Seamless viewing |
| Features | Compression, Scalability |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-resolution |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Limited |
Use Cases
| Geospatial Imaging | Yes |
| Aerial Photography | Yes |
| GIS Applications | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Version | Varies by software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .jpeg, .png, .tiff |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| LizardTech GeoViewer |
Free, Paid version | Windows, Mac |
| GDAL |
Free | Cross-platform |
| ERDAS IMAGINE |
Paid | Windows |