Tips to open BMS file
Can't open the BMS file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open BMS files as well as a list of programs that support BMS files.
BMS file extension
| File Name |
BeatMania Song Format |
| File Developer |
Konami |
| File Category |
Game Files |
The BMS file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the BMS files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the BMS file on each system platform.
What is BMS file?
The BMS file has been categorized as Game Files. The creator of this file is Konami. In addition to this file, the Game Files category includes 1509 related files. BeatMania Song Format is most often found on 3 operating systems. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use StepMania to handle this file. This is a program created by StepMania. Alternatively, you can use 2 other programs.
How to open BMS file?
The main problem with BeatMania Song Format is that the BMS file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that BMS 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 BMS 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 StepMania
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that StepMania is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing StepMania into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open BMS files.
Programs to open BMS file
Remember to download programs supporting BMS files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of StepMania with BMS files
If, despite the installed application, the BMS file does not start in the StepMania application, you must create a file association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the BMS file with the StepMania program.
Step 3. Update StepMania to the latest version
If, despite the association of the StepMania program with the BeatMania Song Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. In this case, use the StepMania website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the BMS file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:
The BMS file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to BMS files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file BMS or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected BMS files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the BMS files changes over time. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair BMS file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Konami
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted BMS files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. It is best to move BMS to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the BMS file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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