What is IFF file?
IFF files are a type of file that contains data that is used to be stored on a device. IFF files are used by programs with different features and purposes. The Interchange File Format is a file format that was devised in 1988 by the Microsoft Corporation. It is mostly used for storing 3D computer graphics, images, and sound files.
IFF Format details
| Full Name | Interchange Format |
|---|---|
| Developer | Electronic Arts |
| Category | Audio Files |
Tools that will help you view IFF files
Sometimes you need to quickly preview the contents of a file with the IFF extension. In such a situation, many people decide to find a tool that, according to its creators, can display the contents of the IFF file and many other types of files (All in One Viewer).
Of course, there are such tools. However, it should be remembered that they may display the data contained in the IFF file differently than the application dedicated to handling the IFF file extension. When you cannot afford to have the data of the IFF file displayed different from the original, you should use the applications developed to work with the IFF file.
Below you will find a list of software programs that will help you with this. These software programs will help you view the content of the IFF file, minimizing possible errors that may arise with other tools.
IFF File Viewers
- ACDSee
- QuickTime Player
- PaintShop Pro
- XnView
- IrfanView