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Basic information about MUM file

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

There are 2 file types using the MUM file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the MUM file with their brief description and a list of programs that support MUM file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the MUM file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the MUM file?
  • How to open a MUM file?
  • What programs do I need to open a MUM file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a MUM file?
  • How to convert MUM files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to MUM file format?


1.Detail information about MUM file extension: Windows Vista Update Package

File type Windows Vista Update Package Category System Files
Developer Microsoft File format N/A
Description MUM file is a Windows Vista Update Package developed by Microsoft. Package containing a software update or "hotfix" for Windows Vista; installed by Windows using the built-in software update program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MUM files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows Update
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows Vista


2.Detail information about MUM file extension: MATLAB Unit Operation Model File

File type MATLAB Unit Operation Model File Category Data Files
Developer AmsterCHEM File format XML
Description MUM file is a MATLAB Unit Operation Model File developed by AmsterCHEM.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MUM files

Windows		 AmsterCHEM MATLAB CAPE-OPEN Unit Operation



Can't open a MUM 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.MUM”。

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 MUM extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the MUM 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.