What is the AIFF File Extension?

Reporter:   |   Amended: November 26, 2018

Microsoft Silver

AIFF File Summary

File Extension AIFF has only one distinct file type (Audio Interchange File Format format) and is mostly associated with Microsoft Windows Media Player (Microsoft Corporation) and eight other software programs. These files can be categorized as Audio Files.

The AIFF File Extension can be viewed on the Windows, Mac, and Windows Phone operating systems. They are supported on both desktop and mobile devices. The AIFF File Extension carries a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning that these files are scarcely found in most user's file stores.

Interested to learn more about the AIFF File Extension? We encourage you to view the detailed file information below to learn about the software that opens AIFF files, and other troubleshooting tips.

Low
Prevalence
1492
Position

/ 11690

Active

Importance

26

November

2018

Page Last Updated

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Sorts of AIFF Files


Dominant AIFF File Type

.AIFF
File ID:.aiff
Classification:Audio Interchange File Format

AIFF file is an audio file created using the Audio Interchange File Format (AIFF). It contains uncompressed CD-quality audio similar to a .WAV file.

Created by: Apple
Class:Audio Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.aiff

Software Programs That Open The Audio Interchange File Format:


Microsoft Windows Media Player by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Windows Phone
Mac

Apple iTunes by Apple

Windows
Mac
iOS
Linux

Apple QuickTime Player by Apple

Windows
Mac

Roxio Creator NXT Pro 5 by Roxio

Windows

Roxio Toast 15 by Roxio

Mac

Nullsoft Winamp by Nullsoft

Windows
Mac
Android

Adobe Audition by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Windows
Mac

GarageBand by Apple

Mac

Free Audio Converter by DVDVideoSoft

Windows

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AIFF Demand


Leading Operating Systems

Windows (97.14%)
Macintosh (2.06%)
Linux (0.73%)
Chrome (0.05%)
Other (0.01%)

Popular Devices

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


Sources of AIFF Problems


Common Problems Opening AIFF Files

Microsoft Windows Media Player Not Present

You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open AIFF Files" when trying to open your AIFF. If so, it typically means that you don't have Microsoft Windows Media Player installed for %%os%%. You won't be able to double-click to open your AIFF because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


Tip: Another AIFF-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.


Wrong Version of Microsoft Windows Media Player is Installed

Your Audio Interchange File Format file is incompatible with Microsoft Windows Media Player because you might have the wrong version installed. If you've got the wrong version of Microsoft Windows Media Player installed, you'll need to install the correct version. Your Audio Interchange File Format file was probably created by a newer release of Microsoft Windows Media Player than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of AIFF file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Summary: Not having the right Microsoft Windows Media Player version on your computer can cause problems opening AIFF files.


Associated Difficulties Loading AIFF Files

Errors opening Audio Interchange File Format files can still occur even with the latest Microsoft Windows Media Player software installed on your computer. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening AIFFs. These issues include:

  • Windows Registry AIFF file paths that are incorrect
  • The AIFF file description within the Windows Registry was removed
  • Invalid installation of a AIFF-associated program (eg. Microsoft Windows Media Player)
  • Something has caused file corruption of your AIFF
  • The AIFF is infected with a virus
  • Device drivers for AIFF-related hardware are out-of-date
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Audio Interchange File Format file successfully

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