Basic information about SMD file

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

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


1.Detail information about SMD file extension: Scheme File

File type Scheme File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SMD file is a Scheme File. The smd file extension is used for disk images of cartridges of video games for Sega Genesis/Mega Drive gaming consoles.

These .smd file contains exact copy of ROM cartridge, that can be used in emulators to make the games playable on computers.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SMD files

Windows		 Sublime Text


2.Detail information about SMD file extension: Valve Studiomdl Data File

File type Valve Studiomdl Data File Category 3D Image Files
Developer Valve File format Text
Description SMD file is a Valve Studiomdl Data File developed by Valve.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SMD files

Windows		 chUmbaLum sOft Half-Life Model Viewer
Valve Studiomdl
Valve Half-Life
Microsoft Notepad
Other text editor


3.Detail information about SMD file extension: Sega Mega Drive ROM

File type Sega Mega Drive ROM Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description SMD file is a Sega Mega Drive ROM.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SMD files

Windows		 Gens
Gens+
Fusion
HazeMD

macOS
 Genesis Plus
DGen


4.Detail information about SMD file extension: Chemical Data

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


5.Detail information about SMD file extension: SmartWare II 1.02

File type SmartWare II 1.02 Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SMD file is a SmartWare II 1.02.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SMD files

Windows		 SmartWare II


6.Detail information about SMD file extension: Mail Document Or Message File

File type Mail Document Or Message File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SMD file is a Mail Document Or Message File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SMD files

Windows		 StarOffice
Imail Server
Imail Server


7.Detail information about SMD file extension: Source Engine SDK Model Source

File type Source Engine SDK Model Source Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SMD file is a Source Engine SDK Model Source.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SMD files

Windows		 Source SDK
Source SDK
Half-Life 2



How to convert SMD files to another file format?

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

SMD to ASC SMD to PDF


Can't open a SMD 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.SMD”。

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 SMD extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the SMD 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.