BME File Extension

What is BME file?

BME filename suffix is mostly used for BeatMania 7-Key Song Format files. BeatMania 7-Key Song Format specification was created by Konami. Files with BME extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. BME file belongs to the Game Files category just like 1509 other filename extensions listed in our database. StepMania supports BME files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used. Software named StepMania was created by StepMania. In order to find more detailed information on the software and BME files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support BME file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open BME files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. BME 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 BME extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening BME files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with BME extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install StepMania software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BME files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install StepMania. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download StepMania installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit StepMania website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of StepMania

You still cannot access BME files although StepMania is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that StepMania cannot handle files with BME may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of StepMania is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign StepMania to BME files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate BME files with latest version of StepMania you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

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 BME 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 StepMania installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open BME files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected BME file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select StepMania and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with BME extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the BME for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the BME file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the BME in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the BME file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. BME file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the BME file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the BME file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the BME file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the BeatMania 7-Key Song Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle StepMania

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with BME extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with BeatMania 7-Key Song Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BME files affecting older versions of given software.

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