NFM8 File Extension

What is NFM8 file?

Full format name of files that use NFM8 extension is Native Instruments KOMPLETE FM8 Sound Format. NFM8 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with NFM8 extension are categorized as Audio Files files. The Audio Files subset comprises 771 various file formats. The most popular software that supports NFM8 files is KOMPLETE. KOMPLETE software was developed by Native Instruments, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about NFM8 files or the KOMPLETE software program.

Programs which support NFM8 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support NFM8 files. NFM8 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 04/30/2020

How to open file with NFM8 extension?

Problems with accessing NFM8 may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with NFM8 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. Download and install KOMPLETE

Problems with opening and working with NFM8 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with NFM8 files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download KOMPLETE and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading KOMPLETE installed is by going to developer’s website (Native Instruments, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update KOMPLETE to the latest version

You still cannot access NFM8 files although KOMPLETE 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 KOMPLETE installed, it may not support NFM8 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 KOMPLETE.

Step 3. Associate Native Instruments KOMPLETE FM8 Sound Format files with KOMPLETE

After installing KOMPLETE (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open NFM8 files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the NFM8 file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where KOMPLETE is installed, check the Always use this app to open NFM8 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 NFM8 extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with NFM8 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the NFM8 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 NFM8 file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The NFM8 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the NFM8 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the NFM8 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. NFM8 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with NFM8 extension is complete and error-free

If the NFM8 file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 NFM8 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.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle KOMPLETE

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with NFM8 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 Native Instruments KOMPLETE FM8 Sound Format files. It may be the case that the NFM8 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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