File extension .FM
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| FileMaker Pro Database Format | Adobe Systems | Layout Files |
The FM file extension is associated with the FrameMaker program. The documents created using this software are sometimes referred to as "MIF" files, which stands for "Maker Interchange Format". A FrameMaker document provides a convenient way for users to store various types of data and media, like images, tables, and paragraphs of text. It allows users to define the document's formatting by setting variables such as font size, page size, margins, and header contents.
File Structure
The FM file extension includes a series of complex delimiters that tell the program how to format the text on the page. Additionally, the extension also stores a data stream allows it to save embedded objects. The document also contains various attributes including language and page size that can be used when exporting into other formats.
Additional Information
The FM file extension is specific to FrameMaker, but there are many similar extensions used for related programs such as Microsoft Word's DOCX, Rich Text Format’s RTF, Adobe Acrobat's PDF, and Open Office's ODT. This file format is suitable for medium to large documents that require complex formatting options as well as long-term storage of data.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .FM) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .FM extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .FM file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .FM extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .FM extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .FM file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .FM file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .FM file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .FM file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .FM file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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