Common File Types

We thought that it was important to compile a nice list of the most popular file types found today. This is meant to act as a simple reference sheet for the general public.

Ok here it is, a list of the most common file types for 2009-2013.

Common Text Files

• .docx
• .doc
• .txt
• .wpd
• .rtf
• .wpd

Common Image Files

• .png
• .jpg
• .gif
• .bmp
• .tif
• .psd

Common Sound Files

• .wav
• .mp3
• .ogg
• .mid
• .ra
• .wma

Common Video Files

• .mov
• .mpg
• .avi
• .flv
• .3gp
• .asx

Common Web Page Files

• .html
• .asp
• .aspx
• .cfm
• .php
• .css
• .rss

Common System/App Files

• .sys
• .cab
• .drv
• .lnk
• .ini
• .cfg

Common Executable Files

• .exe
• .bat
• .vb
• .cgi
• .com
• .msi

Common Compression Files

• .zip
• .zipx
• .sit
• .7z
• .gz
• .rar

Common Disk/Image Files

• .iso
• .dmg
• .vcd

Common Other Files

• .bak
• .torrent
• .rom
• .tmp
• .bip

We hope this page has helped inform you somewhat. If you have any questions on any of these files plese feel free to contact us with the "Get free help" button at the top right of any page. Request will be replied to within 12hrs.

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