| File Extension | .wav |
| Format Type | Audio |
| Developer | Microsoft, IBM |
| Description | Uncompressed audio file format |
| Compression | Uncompressed (PCM), but supports various codecs |
| Sample Rate | Common values: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz, 192 kHz, etc. |
| Bit Depth | Typically 8, 16, 24, or 32 bits per sample |
| Channels | Mono (1), Stereo (2), Multichannel (up to 255 channels) |
| Endianness | Little-endian (most common), big-endian |
| Metadata Support | Limited (can include text information or other data) |
| Compatibility | Widely supported across platforms and software |
| Uses | Audio recording, playback, editing, and archiving |
| Pros | Lossless, high quality, suitable for professional use |
| Cons | Large file sizes for uncompressed audio |
| Alternative Formats | MP3, AAC, FLAC, OGG, etc. (compressed audio formats) |