File extension .EDF
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| ESRF Data Format | European Synchrotron Radiation Facility | Data Files |
The EDF file extension is associated with the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF). It is a structured and comprehensive data format typically used in the storing and exchange of macro-particle accelerator data. An EDF file contains both numerical and text data components in their raw form along with header information that provides guidance with the data interpretation.
Generated by the software program Albira, an EDF file holds header information that includes the source data type, machine parameters, experiment and beamline details, element identifier information such as run time and date. Additional specific details may be stored depending on the parent application or device. Data contained within an EDF file is structured numerically and textually as name/value pairs, depending on the originating software application.
Related File Extensions
Similar to the EDF file extension are: MEC, .ORG, .HDF, and .INP. Often such related files are used to store additional related design project elements together with the originating application used to create the file.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .EDF) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .EDF extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .EDF file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .EDF extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .EDF extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .EDF file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .EDF file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .EDF file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .EDF file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .EDF file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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