container format A container format (informally, sometimes called a wrapper) or metafile is a file format that allows multiple data streams to be embedded into a single file, usually along with metadata for identifying and further detailing those streams. Notab ...

is a class of computer file formats that allow embedding multiple distinguishable data streams within a single file. Container format may also refer to: * Recording format, for holding analog or digitally recorded data on a recording medium * Carrier signal format, for holding data during active wireless transmission * Multiplexing format, for combining data for active transmission

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