+A **file format** defines how information is encoded for storage within a [computer file](/wiki/computer_file). It is the silent blueprint that allows [software](/wiki/software) to interpret and use data, transforming raw bytes into meaningful content like text, images, or sound. Each format carries its own rules, dictating structure and purpose.
+## See also
+- [Data Storage](/wiki/data_storage)
+- [File System](/wiki/file_system)
+- [Compression](/wiki/compression)
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