HMSD File Extension

What is HMSD file?

HMSD filename suffix is mostly used for Microsoft Dictionary files. Files with HMSD extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. HMSD file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Microsoft Office software for managing HMSD files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named Microsoft Office was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and HMSD files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support HMSD file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support HMSD files. Files with HMSD suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with HMSD extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening HMSD files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with HMSD 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. Download and install Microsoft Office

Problems with opening and working with HMSD files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with HMSD files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Microsoft Office or one to the listed programs: Microsoft Windows. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Microsoft Office installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Office to the latest version

If the problems with opening HMSD files still occur even after installing Microsoft Office, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Office is available. 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 Microsoft Office installed, it may not support HMSD format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft Office.

Step 3. Set the default application to open HMSD files to Microsoft Office

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate HMSD files with latest version of Microsoft Office 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 HMSD 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 Microsoft Office installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open HMSD files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the HMSD file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Microsoft Office and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with HMSD extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the HMSD file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the HMSD file for viruses or malware

If the HMSD is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the HMSD file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the HMSD file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the HMSD 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. If the HMSD file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

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 Microsoft Dictionary file.

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

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Microsoft Dictionary files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with HMSD files affecting older versions of given software.

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