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Basic information about BMS file

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

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


1.Detail information about BMS file extension: NovaLogic Game Binary Map File

File type NovaLogic Game Binary Map File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description BMS file is a NovaLogic Game Binary Map File. The bms file extension is mainly related to older backup format used by Backup Magic program (also known as Copiaris) for Microsoft Windows developed by Moon Software.

The bms file stores backup set.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BMS files

Windows		 Delta Force
Delta Force 2
Delta Force: Land Warrior
F-22 Lightning
F-22 Lightning 3
Comanche 4
Armored Fist 3


2.Detail information about BMS file extension: BeatMania Song File

File type BeatMania Song File Category Game Files
Developer Konami File format N/A
Description BMS file is a BeatMania Song File developed by Konami.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BMS files

Windows		 StepMania

macOS
 StepMania

Linux		 StepMania


3.Detail information about BMS file extension: BIOWRAP Multi-Layer Security File

File type BIOWRAP Multi-Layer Security File Category Data Files
Developer Nation Technologies File format Binary
Description BMS file is a BIOWRAP Multi-Layer Security File developed by Nation Technologies.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BMS files

Windows		 Nation Technologies BIOWRAP Reader


4.Detail information about BMS file extension: Backup Magic Backup Set

File type Backup Magic Backup Set Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description BMS file is a Backup Magic Backup Set.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BMS files

Windows		 Backup Magic


5.Detail information about BMS file extension: Bitmove Multimedia Script File

File type Bitmove Multimedia Script File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description BMS file is a Bitmove Multimedia Script File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BMS files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows NotePad
NotePad++ text editor

macOS
 TextEdit

Linux		 gedit


6.Detail information about BMS file extension: BeMusic Script File

File type BeMusic Script File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description BMS file is a BeMusic Script File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BMS files


7.Detail information about BMS file extension: Playback Bitmap Sequence Graphic File

File type Playback Bitmap Sequence Graphic File Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description BMS file is a Playback Bitmap Sequence Graphic File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BMS files


8.Detail information about BMS file extension: QuickBMS Script

File type QuickBMS Script Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description BMS file is a QuickBMS Script.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BMS files

Windows		 QuickBMS



Can't open a BMS 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.BMS”。

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 BMS extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the BMS 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.