File extension .SMI
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft SAMI Subtitles Format | N/A | Video Files |
The SMI (SMIL Presentation) file extension is used for the synchronization of media elements for multimedia presentations. It allows users to create and edit multimedia presentations using W3C's SMIL (Synchronized Multimedia Integration Language) XML-based language. SMIL is designed for creating systems with synchronicity, such as interactive video players and streaming multimedia applications. By scripting and text files, SMI synch audio and video media streaming sessions. This file provides a structure, including a timeline and links to the various types of media used in the presentation.
File Content Details
An SMI file contains the links to media files, an interactive description, a timeline for coordinating slides with audio and video, and object or animation descriptions. It is usually in XML format, allowing browsers to detect which media files to access during a presentation. In addition, the SMI file also includes transition information, a set of layout rules for presenting media content, the relative playtime of the different media content in the presentation, etc. It is commonly used for webinars, online meetings, conferences, seminars and lectures delivered over a streaming connection.
Similar Extensions
The SMI file format has many similar extensions such as .SMIL, .ASX, .WVX, .SRT, and .SUB. These formats are usually handled by applications such as RealPlayer, Windows Media Player, VLC Media Player, and Microsoft Silverlight. It can also be converted into other formats like MPEG, Windows Media Video or QuickTime with applications like MediaCoder, among others.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .SMI) 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 .SMI 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 .SMI 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 .SMI 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 .SMI extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .SMI file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .SMI 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 .SMI file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .SMI file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .SMI 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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