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Basic information about SQM file

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

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


1.Detail information about SQM file extension: Operation Flashpoint Mission File

File type Operation Flashpoint Mission File Category Game Files
Developer Bohemia Interactive Studio File format N/A
Description SQM file is a Operation Flashpoint Mission File developed by Bohemia Interactive Studio. Mission file for Operation Flashpoint, a military tactical combat simulation game that includes US and Soviet missions; saves progress during gameplay.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SQM files

Windows		 Bohemia Interactive Studio Operation Flashpoint


2.Detail information about SQM file extension: Service Quality Monitoring File

File type Service Quality Monitoring File Category System Files
Developer Microsoft File format Text
Description SQM file is a Service Quality Monitoring File developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SQM files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Office



Can't open a SQM 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.SQM”。

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 SQM extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the SQM 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.