INK File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Format Name Mimio Ink Data File
File Extension .ink
MIME Type application/octet-stream
Developed By Mimio
File Type Vector Image/Data File
Primary Association Digital Whiteboard Drawings
Usability Storing handwritten notes and drawings
Compression Typically not compressed
Open Format No
Editable With specific Mimio software
Encryption Not standard; third-party tools may add encryption
Accessibility Accessible through MimioStudio or compatible tools
Data Stored Handwriting, Drawings, Annotations
Platform Windows, macOS with MimioStudio software
Interoperability Limited to software that can read .ink files
Main Usage Educational environments, meeting notes
Pros Highly specialized for Mimio hardware; preserves the fidelity of handwriting and annotations
Cons Limited to Mimio ecosystem; not widely supported
Supported Devices MimioCapture, MimioPad, MimioClassroom products
File Creation Generated by writing or drawing on Mimio device