DMF File Extension

What is DMF file?

DMF is a file extension commonly associated with Delusion Digital Music Format files. Delusion Digital Music Format specification was created by XTracker. DMF files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. DMF file belongs to the Audio Files category just like 771 other filename extensions listed in our database. DeliPlayer supports DMF files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 3 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support DMF file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support DMF files. DMF 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 DMF extension?

Being unable to open files with DMF extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with DMF files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install DeliPlayer software

Problems with opening and working with DMF files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with DMF files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select DeliPlayer or one of the recommended programs (for example, Awave Studio, RainbowPlayer, OpenMPT) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support DMF files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download DeliPlayer installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

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

If the problems with opening DMF files still occur even after installing DeliPlayer, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of DeliPlayer is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that DeliPlayer cannot handle files with DMF may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of DeliPlayer should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open DMF files to DeliPlayer

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate DMF files with latest version of DeliPlayer 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.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the DMF with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the DeliPlayer installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open DMF files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with DMF extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select DeliPlayer and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with DMF extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the DMF is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper DMF file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the DMF file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the DMF is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the DMF file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the DMF file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with DMF extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Delusion Digital Music Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle DeliPlayer

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with DMF 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 Delusion Digital Music Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle DMF files.

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