MP3
MP3 Format
MPEG Audio Layer III
MP3 is the most universal audio format, using lossy compression to reduce file size while maintaining good sound quality. Supported everywhere.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| File Extension | .mp3 |
| MIME Type | audio/mpeg |
| Category | audio |
| Transparency | ✗ Not supported |
| Animation | ✗ Not supported |
| Lossy Compression | ✓ Yes |
| Lossless Compression | ✗ No |
| Vector-based | ✗ No |
| Browser Support | All major browsers |
| Best For | Music, podcasts, general audio distribution |