# Accepted file formats

Obsidian supports the following file types:

• Markdown: .md
• Bases: .base
• JSON Canvas: .canvas (Learn more)
• Images: .avif, .bmp, .gif, .jpeg, .jpg, .png, .svg, .webp
• Audio: .flac, .m4a, .mp3, .ogg, .wav, .webm, .3gp
• Video: .mkv, .mov, .mp4, .ogv, .webm
• PDF: .pdf

You can extend Obsidian to support other file formats using Community plugins.

# Embed files

Many file types — including images, audio, video, and PDFs — can be embedded directly into your notes.

• On Desktop, drag and drop a supported file into a note to embed it automatically.
• On Mobile, use the attachment options to insert or link a file.

See Embed files for more embedding options and syntax.