AIM File Extension

What is AIM file?

AIM filename suffix is mostly used for AIMMS ASCII Model Format files. AIMMS ASCII Model Format format was developed by Paragon Decision Technology. AIM files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Windows. Files with AIM extension are categorized as Text Files files. The Text Files subset comprises 440 various file formats. Users are advised to use AIMMS software for managing AIM files, although 6 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named AIMMS was created by Paragon Decision Technology. In order to find more detailed information on the software and AIM files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support AIM file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open AIM files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. AIM files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with AIM extension?

Problems with accessing AIM may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with AIM extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the AIMMS

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports AIM files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select AIMMS or one of the recommended programs (for example, Text editor, DarkStar One) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit AIMMS website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of AIMMS and update if needed

If the problems with opening AIM files still occur even after installing AIMMS, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of AIMMS is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why AIM files are not compatible with AIMMS. The most recent version of AIMMS is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate AIMMS ASCII Model Format files with AIMMS

After installing AIMMS (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open AIM files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the AIM file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the AIMMS installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open AIM files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected AIM file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with AIM extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the AIM for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the AIM file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the AIM file for viruses or malware

If the AIM is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the AIM file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the AIM file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the AIM file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with AIM extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the AIMMS ASCII Model Format file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open AIMMS

If the systems has insufficient resources to open AIM files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with AIMMS ASCII Model Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with AIM files affecting older versions of given software.

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