Tips to open TM file
Can't open the TM file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open TM files as well as a list of programs that support TM files.
TM file extension
| File Name |
TeXmacs Document |
| File Developer |
GNU |
| File Category |
Text Files |
The TM file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the TM files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the TM file on each system platform.
What is TM file?
The file with the extension TM is the Text Files file type. The author of this format is GNU. Text Files consists of 440 similar files. TeXmacs Document appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Linux, Windows. There are also 1 alternative programs to handle the TM file. GNU TeXmacs will apply when it is not possible to use WinTeXmacs.
How to open TM file?
The main problem with TeXmacs Document is that the TM file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open TM, 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 TM 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 WinTeXmacs
In this case, you should first verify that the WinTeXmacs application is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name WinTeXmacs in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file TM with WinTeXmacs. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open TM files.
Programs to open TM file
Remember to download programs supporting TM files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of WinTeXmacs with TM files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the TM file still does not use the WinTeXmacs program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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 TM file with the WinTeXmacs program.
Step 3. Update WinTeXmacs to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the WinTeXmacs program, it is possible that TeXmacs Document requires a newer version of the program.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the TM 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:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the TM file. 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. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file TM or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected TM files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of TM 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 the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair TM file corruption.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted TM 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.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the TM file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the TM file is blocked by the first application to open it. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the TM file again. However, some background programs may block the TM file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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