Solve your problems with opening and supporting a .s3m file [ add info ]
S3M files are incessantly popular. However, a file name containing S3M file extension is problematic for some of the users. They have problems with correct opening of a file with S3M extension. However, it should be remembered that S3M file extension can match one or more types of files. The most popular is Scream Tracker V3 Module but if there are others, you will find information concerning them below.
So, it is worth looking close at the problem concerning S3M files and search for its solution.
A list of programs supporting files types with S3M extension can be found below. Applications are sorted according to appropriate operational systems and their popularity.
.s3m file extension
Category: Audio/Music Files
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MODPlug Player Myriad Software Harmony Assistant Nullsoft Winamp Media Player 5.6 with AdPlug plugin VideoLAN VLC media player |
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CocoModX Cog MacModPlay Myriad Software Harmony Assistant Player Pro VideoLAN VLC media player |
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VideoLAN VLC media player |
If S3M file does not open, firstly, it is worth using files associations built in the Windows system with application that can support them. In order to do it, you should double-click a S3M file icon. A list of programs that probably support such a file will appear. It is enough to choose one of them so that Windows would open a given extension with it. Incorrect file’s association will result in Windows trying to open S3M file with a wrong program all the time even if there is an appropriate application supporting this format on a drive. In this case, it is necessary to perform the above mentioned registry scanning and associations’ repair.
If associations are correct and Windows still cannot open the file, most probably the computer does not have appropriate software supporting files with name containing S3M in their extension. The solution to this problem is very simple. You should buy or download a free (if they exist) application that will allow you to open, browse and edit S3M format (You can also try to find more informations on FileInfo). It is no risk because many paid programs have free test versions enabling to check their functionality.