File extension .VDM
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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Vedit Macro Format | VDM | Developer Files |
The VDM file extension is associated with the DIANA-3, a software system used for analyzing, structuring and modifying software designs. It is short for “Vinculum Design Model”, which refers to data used to record the partitions that divide the system into subsystems, objects and components. The file contains data in the VDM Language Example format, which includes a set of features that can be used to generate VDM models. This language supports algebraic datatypes, non-deterministic computations, operations and multiple inheritance.
Technical Details
VDM files are basically text documents which use the Standard ML syntax, which is structured using context-free grammars. They are saved in a plain text format and are viewable using any simple text editing program such as Notepad. The text files come in either ASCII or UNICODE format, depending on the program used to create them. The programs that can open these files include VS Code, XML Notepad, and jEdit. They are related to other software programming specification file types like HLSL ( HLSL) and FX ( FX) files.
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 .VDM) 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 .VDM 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 .VDM 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 .VDM 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 .VDM extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .VDM file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .VDM 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 .VDM file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .VDM file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .VDM 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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