Basic information about XMS file

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

There are 6 file types using the XMS file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the XMS file with their brief description and a list of programs that support XMS file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the XMS file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the XMS file?
  • How to open a XMS file?
  • What programs do I need to open a XMS file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a XMS file?
  • How to convert XMS files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to XMS file format?


1.Detail information about XMS file extension: ViewCafé XML Markup Session File

File type ViewCafé XML Markup Session File Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description XMS file is a ViewCafé XML Markup Session File. The xms file extension is also used by AutoCAD a CAD and CAM modeling tool for Microsoft Windows and Apple Mac OS X operating systems developed by Autodesk.

The xms file stores external message data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XMS files

Windows		 Open Text Thin-Client Viewer


2.Detail information about XMS file extension: Music Studio Project

File type Music Studio Project Category Settings Files
Developer Alexander Gross File format N/A
Description XMS file is a Music Studio Project developed by Alexander Gross.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XMS files

iOS		 Alexander Gross Music Studio


3.Detail information about XMS file extension: XMS-Tracker Music Module

File type XMS-Tracker Music Module Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description XMS file is a XMS-Tracker Music Module.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XMS files

Windows		 XMS-Tracker


4.Detail information about XMS file extension: Microsoft EXtended Memory Specification File

File type Microsoft EXtended Memory Specification File Category System Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description XMS file is a Microsoft EXtended Memory Specification File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XMS files


5.Detail information about XMS file extension: AutoCAD External Message

File type AutoCAD External Message Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description XMS file is a AutoCAD External Message.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XMS files

Windows		 AutoCAD

macOS
 AutoCAD for Mac


6.Detail information about XMS file extension: Amiga XMash Disk Archive

File type Amiga XMash Disk Archive Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description XMS file is a Amiga XMash Disk Archive.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XMS files

macOS
 The Unarchiver



Can't open a XMS 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.XMS”。

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 XMS extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the XMS 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.