Basic information about ISM file

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

There are 7 file types using the ISM file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the ISM file with their brief description and a list of programs that support ISM file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the ISM file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the ISM file?
  • How to open a ISM file?
  • What programs do I need to open a ISM file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a ISM file?
  • How to convert ISM files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to ISM file format?


1.Detail information about ISM file extension: InstallShield Project File

File type InstallShield Project File Category Developer Files
Developer Flexera Software File format XML
Description ISM file is a InstallShield Project File developed by Flexera Software. Project file created by InstallShield, a program used to create Windows installers; contains all project settings and code, including directory structures, file names, custom scripts, and installer dialog settings; used to build an installation package.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISM files

Windows		 Flexera InstallShield


2.Detail information about ISM file extension: IIS Smooth Streaming Manifest File

File type IIS Smooth Streaming Manifest File Category Video Files
Developer Microsoft File format XML
Description ISM file is a IIS Smooth Streaming Manifest File developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISM files

Windows		 Microsoft IIS with Smooth Streaming extension


3.Detail information about ISM file extension: Image System (Multicolor) Image Format

File type Image System (Multicolor) Image Format Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ISM file is a Image System (Multicolor) Image Format.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISM files


4.Detail information about ISM file extension: SimulationX Encrypted Model File

File type SimulationX Encrypted Model File Category Encoded Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ISM file is a SimulationX Encrypted Model File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISM files

Windows		 SimulationX


5.Detail information about ISM file extension: MySQL ISAM Table Handler Data

File type MySQL ISAM Table Handler Data Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ISM file is a MySQL ISAM Table Handler Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISM files

Windows		 MySQL

macOS
 MySQL for Mac

Linux		 MySQL for Linux


6.Detail information about ISM file extension: ArchiCAD Geometric Description Language File

File type ArchiCAD Geometric Description Language File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ISM file is a ArchiCAD Geometric Description Language File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISM files

Windows		 ArchiCAD


7.Detail information about ISM file extension: Synergy/DE Data Index

File type Synergy/DE Data Index Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ISM file is a Synergy/DE Data Index.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISM files

Windows		 Synergy/DE



How to convert ISM files to another file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for ISM files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve ISM to another files conversion, you may use the option.

ISM to AAT ISM to ABS


How to convert another files to ISM file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for another files to ISM file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to ISM conversion, you may use the option.

MP4 to ISM DOR to ISM


Can't open a ISM 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.ISM”。

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 ISM extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the ISM 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.