| File Extension | .aif, .aiff |
| Format Type | Audio |
| Description | Audio Interchange File Format |
| Developer | Apple Inc. |
| Introduction Year | 1988 |
| File Category | Audio |
| MIME Type | audio/aiff, audio/x-aiff |
| Encoding | Uncompressed PCM or various compressed codecs |
| Bit Depth | Typically 16-bit or 24-bit |
| Sample Rate | Commonly 44.1 kHz (CD quality) |
| Channels | Mono or Stereo (up to 6 channels supported) |
| Metadata Support | Yes (including artist, title, album, etc.) |
| Platform Support | Primarily Mac OS, also supported on Windows |
| Usage | Professional audio production, music, sound design, etc. |
| Advantages | High audio quality, suitable for recording and editing, supports metadata |
| Disadvantages | Large file sizes for uncompressed audio, limited compatibility compared to more widely used |
| Associated Software | Apple QuickTime, various audio editing software |
| Open Format | No (proprietary format developed by Apple) |