Basic information about AM file

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

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


1.Detail information about AM file extension: Amira 3D Mesh

File type Amira 3D Mesh Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AM file is a Amira 3D Mesh. The am file extension is associated with the Amira, a 3D software for Windows used to visualizing, manipulating, and understanding data from computed tomography, microscopy etc.

The am file stores 3D mesh created in Amira.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AM files

Windows		 Amira


2.Detail information about AM file extension: Automake Makefile Template

File type Automake Makefile Template Category Developer Files
Developer Automake File format Text
Description AM file is a Automake Makefile Template developed by Automake.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AM files

Windows		 IBM Cognos Business Intelligence

Linux		 Automake


3.Detail information about AM file extension: Anark Media File

File type Anark Media File Category Video Files
Developer Anark File format Binary
Description AM file is a Anark Media File developed by Anark.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AM files

Windows		 Anark Media Studio


4.Detail information about AM file extension: Applix SHELF Macro

File type Applix SHELF Macro Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AM file is a Applix SHELF Macro.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AM files

Windows		 IBM Cognos Business Intelligence


5.Detail information about AM file extension: Advantage Database Server File

File type Advantage Database Server File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AM file is a Advantage Database Server File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AM files

Windows		 Advantage Database Server


6.Detail information about AM file extension: Microsoft Windows Speech Engine Related File

File type Microsoft Windows Speech Engine Related File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AM file is a Microsoft Windows Speech Engine Related File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AM files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows 10



Can't open a AM 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.AM”。

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 AM extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the AM 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.