EFI File Extension

EFI file extension is created by UEFI Forum, also known as Extensible Firmware Interface File. EFI has been classified as System Files. This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open EFI files in EFI Developer Kit program.

Extensible Firmware Interface File Type

Extensible Firmware Interface File Type

Extension	.efi
Developer	UEFI Forum
Popularity	Very Common Common Average Uncommon Rare 5.0 (142 Votes) Thank you for voting!Already voted, thanks!
Mime Type	mime-type/not.available
Default Program	EFI Developer Kit
Category	System Files
Format	Binary
Updated	12/1/2024

What is a EFI File Type?

Using EFI files, systems can transfer the pre-boot to a controlled environment. EFI files, for example, are sometimes included with firmware updates and are loaded into the device 's EFI system partition during the boot process. The executable content in the EFI file safely performs the necessary procedures to update the device.

The EFI specification, originally developed by Intel, has been updated to the UEFI specification, meaning " Unified Extensible Firmware Interface. &" and Quot. The UEFI is maintained by the Forum de l' UEFI.

Free online EFI Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .EFI (Extensible Firmware Interface File) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to EFI, merge, split and compare the EFI files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

EFI Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Extensible Firmware Interface File .EFI File Extensions while opening the .EFI files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open EFI Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Extensible Firmware Interface File on your system such as EFI Developer Kit.
2. Associate default Efi Developer Kit EFI Developer Kit program for *.efi (Extensible Firmware Interface File) files.
   
   

   Associate EFI Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.EFI (e.g example.efi) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Efi Developer Kit EFI Developer Kit program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .efi files.
   
   

   Associate EFI Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.EFI (e.g example.efi) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Efi Developer Kit EFI Developer Kit program Or other appropriate program that you want.
   3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
   4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .EFI Developer Kit extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related EFI File Extensions

EFI default file extension is .EFI and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for EFI File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the EFI files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Open EFI File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	EFI Developer Kit 000 for Windows	Free	EFI Developer Kit

Open EFI File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	EFI Developer Kit 000 for MacOs	Free	EFI Developer Kit

Open EFI file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer
	EFI Developer Kit 000 for Linux	Free	EFI Developer Kit

Open EFI file on Web

	Software	License	Developer

Open EFI file on iOS

	Software	License	Developer

Open EFI file on Android

	Software	License	Developer

About Licensing

1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
3. Free⁺ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

About EFI - Extensible Firmware Interface File

Updated 12/1/2024

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