.WASM File Extension
What is a WASM file?
A WASM file contains binary code saved in the WebAssembly format that is run in web browsers, such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Apple Safari. It stores a module, which is binary WebAssembly code that has been compiled from C, C++, or Rust textual code, that can be imported into webpages and apps and used via JavaScript.
How to Open a WASM File
You can compile C, C++, and Rust languages into the WebAssembly binary format (WASM file) using various programs, such as Emscripten and WebAssembly Explorer.
Can a WASM file be converted?
WebAssembly Binary Files can be converted from C, C++, or Rust textual code into binary WebAssembly format using tools like Emscripten and WebAssembly Explorer.
| Format | Binary |
|---|---|
| Platform | Web browsers (Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Apple Safari) |
| File Type | WebAssembly Binary File |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is WebAssembly?
WebAssembly is a binary instruction format for a stack-based virtual machine that is designed to be faster to parse than JavaScript.
How can I use WASM files?
You can use WASM files to improve performance in web applications by compiling code from languages like C, C++, and Rust into a more efficient binary format.