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Basic information about IMF file

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

There are 5 file types using the IMF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the IMF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support IMF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the IMF file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the IMF file?
  • How to open a IMF file?
  • What programs do I need to open a IMF file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a IMF file?
  • How to convert IMF files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to IMF file format?


1.Detail information about IMF file extension: Apogee IMF Audio File Format

File type Apogee IMF Audio File Format Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IMF file is a Apogee IMF Audio File Format. The imf file extension is related to MF audio format created by id Software for the AdLib sound card for use in their video games.

The default filename extension is also "imf". The abbreviation stands for "id music file" or "id's music format".

The format is similar to MIDI, in that it defines musical notes, and does not support sampled digital audio for sound effects. IMF files store the actual bytes sent to the AdLib's OPL2 chip, which uses FM synthesis to produce audio output.

The format is based on the AdLib command syntax, with a few modifications. Due to the limited features and relatively low sound quality, modern games no longer use IMF music.

Games using IMF music include: Bio Menace, Blake Stone: Aliens of Gold, Blake Stone: Planet Strike, Catacomb 3-D, Commander Keen 4-6, Corridor 7, Cosmo's Cosmic Adventure, Duke Nukem II, Major Stryker, Monster Bash, Operation Body Count, Spear of Destiny, and Wolfenstein 3D.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IMF files

Windows		 Winamp with AdPlug plugin

macOS		 Audio Overload


2.Detail information about IMF file extension: Id Music File

File type Id Music File Category Audio Files
Developer id Software File format Binary
Description IMF file is a Id Music File developed by id Software.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IMF files

Windows		 AdPlug
NullSoft Winamp with AdPlug plug-in
id Software Wolfenstein 3D
Apogee Duke Nukem
Apogee Commander Keen
Blake Stone

macOS
 CocoModX

Linux		 AdPlug


3.Detail information about IMF file extension: ImageForge Image EXE Library Saved Filtered Brushes File

File type ImageForge Image EXE Library Saved Filtered Brushes File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IMF file is a ImageForge Image EXE Library Saved Filtered Brushes File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IMF files

Windows		 ImageForge Pro


4.Detail information about IMF file extension: IncrediMail Letter/eCard File

File type IncrediMail Letter/eCard File Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IMF file is a IncrediMail Letter/eCard File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IMF files

Windows		 IncrediMail


5.Detail information about IMF file extension: Tacx Fortius File Format

File type Tacx Fortius File Format Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IMF file is a Tacx Fortius File Format.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IMF files



Can't open a IMF 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.IMF”。

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 IMF extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the IMF 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.