Tips to open DSM file
Can't open the DSM file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DSM files as well as a list of programs that support DSM files.
DSM file extension
| File Name |
Digital Sound Module |
| File Category |
Audio Files |
The DSM file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DSM files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DSM file on each system platform.
What is DSM file?
The DSM file has been categorized as Audio Files. Audio Files consists of 771 similar files. Digital Sound Module appears on 3 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. There are also 4 alternative programs to handle the DSM file. You can use Winamp, Awave Studio, MODPlug Player, XMMS in case CocoModX cannot be used.
How to open DSM file?
The main problem with Digital Sound Module is that the DSM file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file DSM to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DSM 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
In this case, you should first verify that the CocoModX application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing CocoModX into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file DSM with CocoModX. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open DSM files.
Programs to open DSM file
Remember to download programs supporting DSM files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of CocoModX with DSM files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the DSM file to open in the CocoModX application, but you can set it manually. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the CocoModX application as the default for handling the DSM file.
Step 3. Update CocoModX to the latest version
If, despite the association of the CocoModX program with the Digital Sound Module file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DSM file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. File problems can be divided into the following:
The DSM file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the DSM file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the DSM file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected DSM file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the DSM files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged DSM files.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted DSM 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. If possible, you can try to move the DSM file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file DSM to close. However, some background programs may block the DSM file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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