Basic information about MS file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension MS（*.MS or *.ms）, 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 MS file yourself.

There are 6 file types using the MS file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the MS file with their brief description and a list of programs that support MS file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the MS file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the MS file?
  • How to open a MS file?
  • What programs do I need to open a MS file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a MS file?
  • How to convert MS files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to MS file format?


1.Detail information about MS file extension: 3ds Max Script File

File type 3ds Max Script File Category Executable Files
Developer Autodesk File format N/A
Description MS file is a 3ds Max Script File developed by Autodesk. Script saved in the Autodesk MAXScript format; contains functions and instructions that can be run within the 3ds Max 3D image-editing program; typically used for automating common processes.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MS files

Windows		 Autodesk 3ds Max 2018
3D Studio Max


2.Detail information about MS file extension: Maxwell Script

File type Maxwell Script Category Executable Files
Developer Next Limit File format Text
Description MS file is a Maxwell Script developed by Next Limit.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MS files

Windows		 Next Limit Maxwell Render

macOS
 Next Limit Maxwell Render

Linux		 Next Limit Maxwell Render


3.Detail information about MS file extension: Troff Formatted Manual Page

File type Troff Formatted Manual Page Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description MS file is a Troff Formatted Manual Page.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MS files

Linux		 Unix


4.Detail information about MS file extension: Maple Worksheet

File type Maple Worksheet Category Spreadsheet Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description MS file is a Maple Worksheet.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MS files

Windows		 Maple


5.Detail information about MS file extension: Modula-3 Intermediate Assembly File

File type Modula-3 Intermediate Assembly File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description MS file is a Modula-3 Intermediate Assembly File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MS files


6.Detail information about MS file extension: Anti-virus Checksum File

File type Anti-virus Checksum File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description MS file is a Anti-virus Checksum File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MS files



How to convert another files to MS file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for another files to MS file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to MS conversion, you may use the option.

MSE to MS MW to MS


Can't open a MS 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.MS”。

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 MS extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support MS 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 MS 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 MS file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a MS 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 MS file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the MS 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.