Tips to open PSM file
Can't open the PSM file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PSM files as well as a list of programs that support PSM files.
PSM file extension
| File Name |
Protracker Studio Module |
| File Category |
Audio Files |
The PSM file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PSM files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PSM file on each system platform.
What is PSM file?
The file in the PSM format belongs to the Audio Files category. Audio Files consists of 771 similar files. Protracker Studio Module 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.
How to open PSM file?
The most common problem when using Protracker Studio Module is that a specific PSM is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open PSM, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PSM 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 MODPlug Player
The first step is to check if the computer has the MODPlug Player program installed. This can be achieved by typing MODPlug Player 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 PSM with MODPlug Player. Below is a list of programs that support the file PSM.
Programs to open PSM file
Remember to download programs supporting PSM files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of MODPlug Player with PSM files
If, despite the installed application, the PSM file does not start in the MODPlug Player application, you must create a file association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. 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 PSM file with the MODPlug Player program.
Step 3. Update MODPlug Player to the latest version
If, however, after binding MODPlug Player with Protracker Studio Module there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PSM 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 PSM file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the PSM file contents when downloading or copying. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file PSM or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover PSM files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
Older version of PSM file may not always be supported by the latest software version. 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 this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular PSM file corruption.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted PSM files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. It is best to move PSM to a different directory.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the PSM file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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