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Basic information about DSM file

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

There are 4 file types using the DSM file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DSM file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DSM file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DSM file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the DSM file?
  • How to open a DSM file?
  • What programs do I need to open a DSM file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a DSM file?
  • How to convert DSM files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to DSM file format?


1.Detail information about DSM file extension: Delphi Symbol File

File type Delphi Symbol File Category Uncommon Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSM file is a Delphi Symbol File. The dsm file extension is associated with the Delphi application development environment and programming language, developed by Borland. The .dsm file stores browser symbol information from the last successful compile.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSM files

Windows		 Delphi


2.Detail information about DSM file extension: Digital Sound Module

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

Windows		 MODPlug Player
Media Player Classic (MPC)
Nullsoft Winamp
Awave Studio

macOS
 CocoModX

Linux		 XMMS


3.Detail information about DSM file extension: Microsoft Developer Studio Macro File

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


4.Detail information about DSM file extension: Media Player Classic DSM Streaming Container

File type Media Player Classic DSM Streaming Container Category Video Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSM file is a Media Player Classic DSM Streaming Container.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSM files

Windows		 Media Player Classic



Can't open a DSM 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.DSM”。

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 DSM extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the DSM 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.