File Extension Library


.CAF File Extension

  • Developer by: Apple
  • Category: Audio Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .CAF files and how to open them?

Can't open .CAF file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .CAF file.

What is a .CAF file extension?

.CAF file extension is created by Apple. .CAF has been classified as Audio Files. The format of .CAF file is Binary.

.CAF is Core Audio File

Digital audio format based on Apple's Core Audio technology; stores audio data as well as text annotations, markers, channel layouts, and other information; similar to an .AIFF or .WAVE file, but does not have a 4GB size limit and can store any number of audio channels.

The CAF audio format is supported by Mac OS X applications that incorporate the Core Audio API, including QuickTime Player 7 and later.

List of all softwares that can open the Core Audio File
Windows
File Viewer Plus
Apple QuickTime Player
GoldWave
Audacity
NCH WavePad
Mac
Apple QuickTime Player
Apple GarageBand 10
Apple Logic Pro X
Apple Final Cut Express
Apple Final Cut Pro X
ShedWorx Smart Converter
Audacity
NCH WavePad
Linux
Audacity
File Type 2 CryENGINE Character Animation File
Developer by: Crytek Category: Developer Files Format: Binary

File created by the CryENGINE SDK, an application suite used for making PC and console games; contains character animation data that was compiled from a .CHR character file using a .CBA compiler specification file.

CAF files are used as intermediate compilation files before building the database animation (.DBA) file, which is suitable for use in the final game deliverable.

List of all softwares that can open the CryENGINE Character Animation File
Windows
Crytek CryENGINE SDK
File Type 3 Class Action Gradebook File
Developer by: CalEd Software Category: Data Files Format: Binary

Gradebook file created by Class Action Gradebook, a program used for organizing classroom information; may contain student information, seating arrangements, homework assignments, awarded grades, and other class data.

CAF files are used for managing gradebook data and for printing reports. Teachers can generate reports such as classroom grade summaries, individual student reports, parent letters, and class and assignment graphs. Each report can be customized.

NOTE: CAF files are created by the Secondary and College editions of Class Action Gradebook.

List of all softwares that can open the Class Action Gradebook File
Windows
CalEd Class Action Gradebook
File Type 4 Cal3D Binary Animation File
Developer by: Cal3D Category: 3D Image Files Format: Binary

Three-dimensional animation file used by Cal3D, a free toolkit used for character modeling and animation; contains motion settings for the model's skeleton; specifies rotations and movements for the model's bones over time.

CAF files are used to give characters realistic human motions. They can specify animations for walking, running, or various other movements.

NOTE: Cal3D animation files can also be expressed in an XML format using .XAF files.

List of all softwares that can open the Cal3D Binary Animation File
Windows
Cal3dViewer
Short Fuze Limited Moviestorm
Mac
Short Fuze Limited Moviestorm
Linux
Cal3D

How to fix problems with .CAF files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .CAF files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .CAF file format
  2. You need to check the .CAF file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)