The GPT-Generated Unified Format (GGUF) is a binary file format designed to enable efficient storage, sharing, and deployment of large language models (LLMs). GGUF supports edge computing by enabling efficient, lightweight deployment of large language models (LLMs) on on consumer-grade hardware resource-constrained devices—like laptops, smartphones, or embedded systems—particularly for inference . GGUF encapsulates model parameters, metadata, quantization details, and prompt templates into a single, self-contained file, supporting fast loading, extensibility, and backward compatibility. Building on previous formats such as GGML, GGUF introduces a structured, future-proof approach that simplifies model interoperability across tools, platforms, and environments, making it a foundational format for accessible and scalable AI deployment.