Tips to open ISMA file
Can't open the ISMA file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open ISMA files as well as a list of programs that support ISMA files.
ISMA file extension
| File Name |
IIS Smooth Streaming Audio Format |
| File Developer |
Microsoft |
| File Category |
Audio Files |
The ISMA file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the ISMA files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the ISMA file on each system platform.
What is ISMA file?
The file with the extension ISMA is the Audio Files file type. The creator of this file is Microsoft. Additionally, the Audio Files category contains 771 of other files. IIS Smooth Streaming Audio Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. It is recommended to use Microsoft IIS to handle this file. This is a program created by Microsoft Corporation.
How to open ISMA file?
The main problem with IIS Smooth Streaming Audio Format is that the ISMA file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open ISMA, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the ISMA 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 Microsoft IIS
The first step is to check if the computer has the Microsoft IIS program installed. To do this, enter the name Microsoft IIS into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below is a list of programs that support the file ISMA.
Programs to open ISMA file
Remember to download programs supporting ISMA files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft IIS with ISMA files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the ISMA file to open in the Microsoft IIS application, but you can set it manually. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select 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. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the ISMA file with the Microsoft IIS application.
Step 3. Update Microsoft IIS to the latest version
If, however, after binding Microsoft IIS with IIS Smooth Streaming Audio Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Microsoft Corporation page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the ISMA file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:
The ISMA file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the ISMA file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
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 ISMA file. However, remember that not every infected ISMA file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of ISMA file may not always be supported by the latest software version. 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.
There can be many reasons for this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair ISMA file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Microsoft, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted ISMA 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. It is best to move ISMA to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the ISMA file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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