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Basic information about VMD file

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

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


1.Detail information about VMD file extension: Vocaloid Motion Data File

File type Vocaloid Motion Data File Category 3D Image Files
Developer MikuMikuDance File format Binary
Description VMD file is a Vocaloid Motion Data File developed by MikuMikuDance. 3D animation file used by MikuMikuDance, a program used to create dance animation movies; stores body motion settings for the dancing routines; can be applied to one or more dancers in the 3D animation.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VMD files

Windows		 MikuMikuDance
PMD Editor
Blender with VMDMotionImporter

macOS		 Blender with VMDMotionImporter

Linux		 Blender with VMDMotionImporter


2.Detail information about VMD file extension: Covox Raw Sample

File type Covox Raw Sample Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VMD file is a Covox Raw Sample.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VMD files

Windows		 Virutal SoundBlaster
Covoxer
Any supporting program with the Covox driver installed


3.Detail information about VMD file extension: VocalTec Media Descriptor File

File type VocalTec Media Descriptor File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VMD file is a VocalTec Media Descriptor File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VMD files


4.Detail information about VMD file extension: Visual Molecular Dynamics Data

File type Visual Molecular Dynamics Data Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VMD file is a Visual Molecular Dynamics Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VMD files

Windows		 VMD


5.Detail information about VMD file extension: Gabriel Knight II Movie Format

File type Gabriel Knight II Movie Format Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VMD file is a Gabriel Knight II Movie Format.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VMD files



Can't open a VMD 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.VMD”。

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 VMD extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the VMD 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.