VMF files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Valve Map File
General Information
| Title | VMF File Extension |
| Extension | .vmf |
| Full Form | Valve Map File |
| File Type | Game Map File |
| Developer | Valve Corporation |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store map data |
| Additional Functions | Define geometry, entities, textures |
| Features | Text-based, Key-value structure |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on design |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Game Development | Yes |
| Modding | Yes |
| Level Design | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Version control, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1998 |
| Notable Version | Source Engine |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .bsp, .map |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Valve Hammer Editor |
Free | Windows |
 Source SDK |
Free | Windows |
| Garry's Mod |
Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: Covox Speech Thing Sample
General Information
| Title | VMF File Extension |
| Extension | .vmf |
| Full Form | Covox Speech Thing Sample |
| File Type | Audio Sample File |
| Developer | Covox, Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store audio |
| Additional Functions | Playback, Sound manipulation |
| Features | Low quality, 8-bit audio |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Low fidelity |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Voice Synthesis | Yes |
| Sound Effects | Yes |
| Retro Computing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Legacy support |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .wav, .voc |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Covox Voice Master |
Discontinued | DOS |
| Awave Studio |
Paid | Windows |
Type 3: Vocaltec Media File
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General Information
| Title | VMF File Extension |
| Extension | .vmf |
| Full Form | Vocaltec Media File |
| File Type | Media File |
| Developer | Vocaltec Communications |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Audio storage |
| Additional Functions | Internet telephony |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Varies |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| VoIP Calls | Yes |
| Voice Recording | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Limited |
| Best Practices | Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Version | Discontinued |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .wav, .mp3 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Vocaltec Internet Phone |
Discontinued | Windows |