Basic information about DFM file

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

There are 8 file types using the DFM file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DFM file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DFM file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DFM file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the DFM file?
  • How to open a DFM file?
  • What programs do I need to open a DFM file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a DFM file?
  • How to convert DFM files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to DFM file format?


1.Detail information about DFM file extension: Pascal File

File type Pascal File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DFM file is a Pascal File. The dfm file extension is connected with A Data Flow Diagram (DFD) which is also known as a Process Model.

Process Modeling is an analysis technique used to capture the flow of inputs through a system (or group of processes) to their resulting output. The model is fairly simple in that there are only four types of symbols – process, dataflow, external entity, data store.

This dfm file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.

This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DFM files

Windows		 NotePad++ text editor
Adobe ExtendScript


2.Detail information about DFM file extension: Midas ViewPoint Display Form

File type Midas ViewPoint Display Form Category Data Files
Developer Sentel Advance File format N/A
Description DFM file is a Midas ViewPoint Display Form developed by Sentel Advance.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DFM files

Windows		 Sentel Advance Midas ViewPoint


3.Detail information about DFM file extension: Delphi Form

File type Delphi Form Category Developer Files
Developer Embarcadero Technologies File format N/A
Description DFM file is a Delphi Form developed by Embarcadero Technologies.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DFM files

Windows		 File Viewer Plus
Embarcadero Delphi


4.Detail information about DFM file extension: Data Flow Diagram Model (Prosa)

File type Data Flow Diagram Model (Prosa) Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DFM file is a Data Flow Diagram Model (Prosa).
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DFM files


5.Detail information about DFM file extension: C++ Builder 6 Form File

File type C++ Builder 6 Form File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DFM file is a C++ Builder 6 Form File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DFM files

Windows		 C++ Builder


6.Detail information about DFM file extension: Digital-FM File

File type Digital-FM File Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DFM file is a Digital-FM File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DFM files

Windows		 Winamp


7.Detail information about DFM file extension: Autodesk Drawing Specific Settings

File type Autodesk Drawing Specific Settings Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DFM file is a Autodesk Drawing Specific Settings.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DFM files


8.Detail information about DFM file extension: Help & Manual EBook Template

File type Help & Manual EBook Template Category eBook Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DFM file is a Help & Manual EBook Template.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DFM files

Windows		 Help & Manual



Can't open a DFM 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.DFM”。

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 DFM extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the DFM 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.