HM~ File Extension

What is HM~ file?

HM~ is a file extension commonly associated with Help&Manual Help Project Backup files. EC Software GmbH defined the Help&Manual Help Project Backup format standard. Files with HM~ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. HM~ file belongs to the Archive Files category just like 619 other filename extensions listed in our database. Help & Manual is by far the most used program for working with HM~ files. On the official website of EC Software GmbH developer not only will you find detailed information about theHelp & Manual software, but also about HM~ and other supported file formats.

Programs which support HM~ file extension

Programs that can handle HM~ files are as follows. HM~ 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 HM~ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening HM~ files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with HM~ 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. Download and install Help & Manual

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening HM~ files is that no program that can handle HM~ files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Help & Manual developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Help & Manual website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Help & Manual to the latest version

If the problems with opening HM~ files still occur even after installing Help & Manual, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Help & Manual is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Help & Manual installed, it may not support HM~ format. The latest version of Help & Manual should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Help & Manual to HM~ files

If you have the latest version of Help & Manual installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage HM~ on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the HM~ file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Help & Manual installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open HM~ files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected HM~ file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with HM~ extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the HM~ for errors

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

1. Check the HM~ file for viruses or malware

If the HM~ is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. HM~ file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the HM~ 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. When downloading the file with HM~ 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.

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 Help&Manual Help Project Backup file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Help & Manual

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support HM~ files. Close all running programs and try opening the HM~ file.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Help&Manual Help Project Backup 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 HM~ files.

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