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What is it
Not an audio recording — MIDI files contain musical instructions (which notes to play, when, how loud) rather than actual sound. Think of it as sheet music for computers. MIDI files are tiny and can be played back with any synthesiser or virtual instrument.
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What opens it
Every OS (built-in playback)
GarageBand
Any DAW
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