Tips to open OMFI file

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

OMFI file extension

File Name Open Media Framework
File Category Audio Files

The OMFI file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the OMFI files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the OMFI file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 3
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is OMFI file?

The file in the OMFI format belongs to the Audio Files category. Additionally, the Audio Files category contains 771 of other files. Open Media Framework appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Pro Tools. This was created by Avid Technology, Inc.. This file type can also be opened by 3 other programs. You can use Avid Media Composer, Apple Logic Pro, Digidesign Pro Tools LE in case Pro Tools cannot be used.

How to open OMFI file?

The most common problem when using Open Media Framework is that a specific OMFI is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open OMFI, 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 OMFI 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 Pro Tools

In this case, you should first verify that the Pro Tools application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing Pro Tools 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 OMFI with Pro Tools. Below is a list of programs that support the file OMFI.

Step 2. Create association of Pro Tools with OMFI files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the OMFI file to open in the Pro Tools application, but you can set it manually. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the OMFI file with the Pro Tools program.

Step 3. Update Pro Tools to the latest version

If, however, after binding Pro Tools with Open Media Framework there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Avid Technology, Inc. website and install the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the OMFI 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 OMFI file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the OMFI file contents when downloading or copying. 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. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file OMFI or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover OMFI 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 OMFI 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.
There can be many reasons for the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair OMFI file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use N/A help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file OMFI 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.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the OMFI file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. 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 nothing helps, please reset the device.