File extension .MOD
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Hard Disk Camera Movie MPEG-2 Program Stream Format | N/A | Audio Files |
MOD stands for .MOD, a music module file type usually associated with Amiga computers. It is a file format that consists of an audio source and a set of instructions on how to play the audio, including what instrument or voice should be used to play the sounds. MOD files use samples, which are short recordings, of real life instruments and sounds. These are then arranged and manipulated within the program to create a complete song or piece of music.
MOD files are sometimes referred to as "tracker music" because the main program used to create MOD files is called a tracker, such as the popular FastTracker II. Tracker programs allow a user to create MOD music by arranging the individual samples in sequence (usually in 4- or 8-channel format). Popular elements typically found in MOD files include drum loops and bassline sequences. Other software programs used to handle this file type include the commercial programs Renoise, OpenMPT and BeRoTracker.
Similar File Extensions
Other file extensions used for storing music modules include .IT, .MTM, .S3M, and .XM.
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After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .MOD) 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 .MOD 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 .MOD 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 .MOD 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 .MOD extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .MOD file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .MOD 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 .MOD file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .MOD file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .MOD 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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