XML Forms Data Format
General Information
| Title | XFDF File Extension |
| Extension | .xfdf |
| Full Form | XML Forms Data Format |
| File Type | XML-based PDF Form Data |
| Developer | Adobe Systems |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.adobe.xfdf |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store form data |
| Additional Functions | Import, Export data |
| Features | Text data, Annotations |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| PDF Form Submission | Yes |
| Data Exchange | Yes |
| Annotations | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Script embedding |
| Best Practices | Validate input, Update software |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1999 |
| Latest Version | Part of PDF 2.0 (2017) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pdf, .fdf, .xml |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Acrobat Reader |
Free | Windows, Mac, iOS, Android |
| Adobe Acrobat Pro |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 Foxit Reader |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |