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Intermediate Data Format
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<p>Intermediate Data Format (IDF) files are used interoperate between <a href="/facts/Electronic_design_automation/o4la3fmX">electronic design automation</a> (EDA) software and <a href="/facts/Solid_modeling/12J69aud">solid modeling</a> mechanical <a href="/facts/Computer-aided_design/5gSXrmmN">computer-aided design</a> (CAD) software. </p><p>The format was devised by David Kehmeier at the Mentor Graphics Corporation. </p><p>The EMN File contains the PCB outline, the position of the parts, positions of holes and milling, keep out regions and keep in regions. </p><p>The EMP file contains the outline and height of the parts. </p><p>Some CAD software allows the use of a map file to load more detailed part models. </p>