Basic information about NXM file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension NXM（*.NXM or *.nxm）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the NXM file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the NXM file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the NXM file with their brief description and a list of programs that support NXM file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the NXM file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the NXM file?
  • How to open a NXM file?
  • What programs do I need to open a NXM file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a NXM file?
  • How to convert NXM files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to NXM file format?


1.Detail information about NXM file extension: Nexus Mod Manager Archive

File type Nexus Mod Manager Archive Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description NXM file is a Nexus Mod Manager Archive. The nxm file extension is associated with the Nexus Mod Manager a software for Microsoft Windows operating system that allows users to download, install, update and manage files.

The nxm file stores archive with data for programs managed by Nexus Mod Manager.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NXM files

Windows		 Nexus Mod Manager



Can't open a NXM file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.NXM”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the NXM extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support NXM file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of NXM files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a NXM file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a NXM file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a NXM file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the NXM file is damaged.
  • Whether the NXM file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the NXM file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the NXM file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the NXM file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a NXM file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a NXM file.

If the NXM file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.