Tips to open SMF file

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

SMF file extension

File Name Standard MIDI Format
File Category Audio Files

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

Operating systems
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What is SMF file?

The SMF file has been categorized as Audio Files. In addition to this file, the Audio Files category includes 771 related files. Standard MIDI Format is supported by 2 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Mac OS, Windows. The main program that supports this format is QuickTime Player. This was created by Apple, Inc.. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs.

How to open SMF file?

The most common problem when using Standard MIDI Format is that a specific SMF is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that SMF files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the SMF 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 QuickTime Player

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that QuickTime Player is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing QuickTime Player into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support SMF files.

Programs to open SMF file

Remember to download programs supporting SMF files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

Step 2. Create association of QuickTime Player with SMF files

If, despite the installed application, the SMF file does not start in the QuickTime Player application, you must create a file association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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 SMF file with the QuickTime Player program.

Step 3. Update QuickTime Player to the latest version

If, despite the association of the QuickTime Player program with the Standard MIDI Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Apple, Inc. page and install.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the SMF file

If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. Usually this applies to SMF files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our SMF file. Sometimes virus-infected SMF 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 SMF files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged SMF files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact N/A
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted SMF 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. Copying the SMF file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. In this case, the SMF file is blocked by the first application to open it. 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 SMF file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.