SFXtype
SFXtype is a conceptual framework for classifying and tagging sound effects (SFX) used in film, television, games, and other media. It aims to standardize metadata about a sound asset, including its category, source, duration, channel configuration, licensing, and intended usage.
Origin and development: The concept emerged in collaborative discussions among sound designers, librarians, and researchers during
Taxonomy and data fields: SFXtype proposes a layered taxonomy with core fields such as sfx:category (foley,
Implementation and interoperability: The framework is designed to be stored in asset-management databases and embedded in
Reception and challenges: SFXtype is praised for improving searchability, reuse, and rights management, but adoption is
Current status: SFXtype remains a proposed framework rather than a formal international standard, with several studios