FSM File Extension

What is FSM file?

Full format name of files that use FSM extension is Farandole Composer WaveSample Format. FSM file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. FSM file belongs to the Audio Files category just like 771 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use MODPlug Player software for managing FSM files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support FSM file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open FSM files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. FSM 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 FSM extension?

Problems with accessing FSM may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with FSM 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. Install MODPlug Player software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening FSM files is that no program that can handle FSM files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install MODPlug Player or one to the listed programs: CocoModX, Awave Studio. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download MODPlug Player installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update MODPlug Player to the latest version

You still cannot access FSM files although MODPlug Player 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. If you have an older version of MODPlug Player installed, it may not support FSM format. The latest version of MODPlug Player should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Farandole Composer WaveSample Format files with MODPlug Player

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate FSM files with latest version of MODPlug Player you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the FSM file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where MODPlug Player is installed, check the Always use this app to open FSM files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with FSM extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select MODPlug Player and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with FSM extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the FSM is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the FSM file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The FSM may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the FSM is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the FSM file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with FSM extension is complete and error-free

If the FSM 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. It could happen the the download process of file with FSM extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with FSM 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 Farandole Composer WaveSample Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the FSM files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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