Shockwave Audio File
General Information
| Title | SWA File Extension |
| Extension | .swa |
| Full Form | Shockwave Audio File |
| File Type | Audio File |
| Developer | Macromedia |
| MIME Type | audio/x-director |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store audio |
| Additional Functions | Embedded in web, Animation soundtracks |
| Features | Compressed, Synchronized |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Variable |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Web Content | Yes |
| Multimedia | Yes |
| Games | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Deprecated |
| Best Practices | Update, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Version | Discontinued |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .flv, .f4v, .dir, .dxr |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Director |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| Adobe Shockwave Player |
Free | Windows, Mac |