Basic information about CMF file

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

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


1.Detail information about CMF file extension: CorelDRAW Metafile

File type CorelDRAW Metafile Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CMF file is a CorelDRAW Metafile. The cmf file extension is associated with CorelDRAW, a vector graphics editor developed and sold by Corel Corporation.

The .cmf files were used in some earlier version of CorelDRAW for metafiles. Metafile is a generic term for a file format that can store multiple types of data. This commonly includes graphics file formats. These graphics files can contain raster, vector, and type data.

Latest versions of CorelDRAW are using the CDR file extension instead.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CMF files

Windows		 CorelDraw Graphics Suite


2.Detail information about CMF file extension: Cal3D Binary Mesh File

File type Cal3D Binary Mesh File Category 3D Image Files
Developer Cal3D File format Binary
Description CMF file is a Cal3D Binary Mesh File developed by Cal3D.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CMF files

Windows		 Cal3dViewer
Cal3d2ogre
Short Fuze Limited Moviestorm

macOS
 Short Fuze Limited Moviestorm

Linux		 Cal3D


3.Detail information about CMF file extension: Creative Music Format

File type Creative Music Format Category Audio Files
Developer Creative Labs File format N/A
Description CMF file is a Creative Music Format developed by Creative Labs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CMF files

Windows		 Nullsoft Winamp with AdPlug plugin

Linux		 XMMS with with AdPlug plugin


4.Detail information about CMF file extension: Connected Backup File

File type Connected Backup File Category Backup Files
Developer Autonomy File format Binary
Description CMF file is a Connected Backup File developed by Autonomy.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CMF files

Windows		 HP Connected Backup


5.Detail information about CMF file extension: CaseMap File Viewer Definition

File type CaseMap File Viewer Definition Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CMF file is a CaseMap File Viewer Definition.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CMF files

Windows		 CaseMap


6.Detail information about CMF file extension: Microsoft MapPoint 2006 Map

File type Microsoft MapPoint 2006 Map Category GIS Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CMF file is a Microsoft MapPoint 2006 Map.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CMF files

Windows		 MapPoint



Can't open a CMF 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.CMF”。

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 CMF extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the CMF 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.