Tips to open AMF file

Can't open the AMF file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open AMF files as well as a list of programs that support AMF files.

AMF file extension

File Name Advanced Module Format
File Category Audio Files

The AMF file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the AMF files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the AMF file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 4
  • 2
  • 2
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is AMF file?

The file in the AMF format belongs to the Audio Files category. Additionally, the Audio Files category contains 771 of other files. Advanced Module Format is most often found on 3 operating systems. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. Alternatively, you can use 7 other programs. The Winamp, MikMod, Schism Tracker, Open Cubic Player programs will also handle the file when the CocoModX program does not fulfill its role.

How to open AMF file?

The main problem with Advanced Module Format is that the AMF file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that AMF files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the AMF file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install CocoModX

The first step is to check if the computer has the CocoModX program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name CocoModX in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support AMF files.

Step 2. Create association of CocoModX with AMF files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the AMF file still does not use the CocoModX program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the AMF file with the CocoModX application.

Step 3. Update CocoModX to the latest version

If, however, after binding CocoModX with Advanced Module Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the AMF file

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the AMF file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our AMF file. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover AMF files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the AMF file. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular AMF file corruption.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file AMF except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the AMF file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file AMF to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the AMF file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.