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2 file types use the .mac file extension.

1.MacPaint Image
2.Application Macro File

File Type 1MacPaint Image

Developer	Apple
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Category	Raster Image Files
Format	Binary

What is a MAC file?

Bitmap graphic created by MacPaint for the Macintosh, one of the first painting programs for the Mac; supports only black-and-white graphics since the original Macintosh had a monochrome monitor.

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File Type 2Application Macro File

Developer	N/A
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Category	Executable Files
Format	Text

.MAC File Association 2

A MAC file contains a macro, which may be created by various programs, such as UltraEdit, Minitab, and Cabrilog Cabri Geometry II. It contains a list of commands in plain text that are used to perform functions in the respective application. MAC files can be opened by the programs that created them.

Macros are especially helpful for automating repetitive tasks. Users can record various types of functions, whether it be inserting a snippet of information, performing edits to an image, or calculating an equation, then execute them at a later time with just a couple mouse clicks or key combination.

When saving a recorded function, the MAC file is created to store the commands that were performed to complete the function. The commands are stored in plain text in the MAC file and can be opened and edited by a text editor. However, a macro stored in a MAC file can only be executed by the program used to create it.

NOTE: MAC files are potentially dangerous files because they may be used to store malware. It is important that you verify the source of a MAC file before opening it.

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It is usually possible to find a working cross-platform solution. First of all, as you have noticed, programs that exist for both Mac and PC are essentially unproblematic (the file format is typically the same, or the programs have built-in conversion facilities). For other programs, study the Save As dialogue box for each PC application. Compare the available file formats to the ones listed under the Open dialogue in a similar Mac program. Try to find a common denominator. Often, generic formats (such as Text, RTF, SYLK) can be used.
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