Tips to open TDM file
Can't open the TDM file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open TDM files as well as a list of programs that support TDM files.
TDM file extension
| File Name |
LabVIEW Binary Measurement Format |
| File Developer |
National Instruments |
| File Category |
Data Files |
The TDM file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the TDM files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the TDM file on each system platform.
What is TDM file?
The TDM file has been categorized as Data Files. The creator of this file is National Instruments. Data Files consists of 1326 similar files. LabVIEW Binary Measurement Format is supported by 3 operating systems. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is LabVIEW. This was created by National Instruments Corporation. Alternatively, you can use 2 other programs.
How to open TDM file?
The most common problem when using LabVIEW Binary Measurement Format is that a specific TDM is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open TDM, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the TDM 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 LabVIEW
In this case, you should first verify that the LabVIEW application is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name LabVIEW in it. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support TDM files.
Programs to open TDM file
Remember to download programs supporting TDM files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of LabVIEW with TDM files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the TDM file still does not use the LabVIEW program, it means no association. 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 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the TDM file with the LabVIEW program.
Step 3. Update LabVIEW to the latest version
If, despite the association of the LabVIEW program with the LabVIEW Binary Measurement Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. In this case, use the National Instruments Corporation website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the TDM 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 TDM file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to TDM 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. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the TDM file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected TDM file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the TDM file. 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 the failure. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular TDM file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use National Instruments help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file TDM 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the TDM file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file TDM to close. However, some background programs may block the TDM file while scanning. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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