File with a .FMP12 extension contains a database comprising of tables, boxes and records, and also other elements, such as forms, rapports or motives used to customise its interface. Such files are specific to FileMaker Pro Software since its 12th version, the previous versions support the FP7 format.

FileMaker Pro 12 software is used to create databases utilised for private or business purposes. Examples are a database of contacts, projects’ data, cataloguing or accounts. The database can be shared online via FileMaker Go Apple mobile device software.