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SWF file format

Extension.swf
Categoryvideo
Programs
Web Browser with flash plugin
Main programAdobe Flash Player
DescriptionThe Swiff owned by Adobe is used for animated vector representation. It can contain text as well as other vector-oriented graphics. Any web browser with Flash plug-in installed can play the file.
Technical detailsOriginally, it was just an acronym for "Shockwave Flash" as it was initially developed for Shockwave player. These files are stored in binary form as 8-bit bytes. The latest SWF10 version now supports expanded text capabilities, including bidirectional texts and complex scripts. Additionally, it allows for embedding JPEG images with alpha channel transparency and smooth filtering.
MIME type
application/x-shockwave-flash