GMEZ File Extension

What is GMEZ file?

Full format name of files that use GMEZ extension is GameMaker Studio Extension Format. Files with GMEZ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with GMEZ extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The software recommended for managing GMEZ files is GameMaker.

Programs which support GMEZ file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support GMEZ files. Files with GMEZ extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 11/03/2020

How to open file with GMEZ extension?

Being unable to open files with GMEZ extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with GMEZ files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install GameMaker

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports GMEZ files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install GameMaker. 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 GameMaker website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update GameMaker to the latest version

If you already have GameMaker installed on your systems and GMEZ files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why GMEZ files are not compatible with GameMaker. The latest version of GameMaker should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign GameMaker to GMEZ files

After installing GameMaker (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open GMEZ files. 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 GMEZ file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where GameMaker is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open GMEZ files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Ensure that the GMEZ file is complete and free of errors

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

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

Should it happed that the GMEZ is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. GMEZ file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the GMEZ file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 GMEZ 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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the GameMaker Studio Extension Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run GameMaker

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with GameMaker Studio Extension Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the GMEZ files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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