JMA File Extension

What is JMA file?

JMA filename suffix is mostly used for NSRT Compressed Game files. Files with JMA extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with JMA extension are categorized as Game Files files. The Game Files subset comprises 1509 various file formats. Users are advised to use ZSNES software for managing JMA files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. On the official website of ZSNES Development Team developer not only will you find detailed information about theZSNES software, but also about JMA and other supported file formats.

Programs which support JMA file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support JMA files. Files with JMA 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.

How to open file with JMA extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening JMA files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with JMA 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 ZSNES software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports JMA files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select ZSNES or one of the recommended programs (for example, Snes9x) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support JMA files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit ZSNES website and download the installer.

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

If you already have ZSNES installed on your systems and JMA files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that ZSNES cannot handle files with JMA may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of ZSNES is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open JMA files to ZSNES

After installing ZSNES (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open JMA files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the JMA file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the ZSNES installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open JMA files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Verify that the JMA 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 JMA file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the JMA file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. JMA file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the JMA file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 JMA extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the NSRT Compressed Game file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle ZSNES

If the systems has insufficient resources to open JMA 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 NSRT Compressed Game files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle JMA files.

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