PSM1 File Extension

What is PSM1 file?

Full format name of files that use PSM1 extension is Windows PowerShell Script Module Format. Windows PowerShell Script Module Format specification was created by Microsoft. PSM1 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. PSM1 file belongs to the Developer Files category just like 1205 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Microsoft Windows PowerShell software for managing PSM1 files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support PSM1 file extension

The following listing features PSM1-compatible programs. PSM1 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 PSM1 extension?

Problems with accessing PSM1 may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with PSM1 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. Install Microsoft Windows PowerShell software

Problems with opening and working with PSM1 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PSM1 files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select Microsoft Windows PowerShell or one of the recommended programs (for example, Microsoft Windows) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Windows PowerShell installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Microsoft Windows PowerShell

If the problems with opening PSM1 files still occur even after installing Microsoft Windows PowerShell, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Windows PowerShell 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 Microsoft Windows PowerShell installed, it may not support PSM1 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 Windows PowerShell.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Windows PowerShell to PSM1 files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate PSM1 files with latest version of Microsoft Windows PowerShell you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the PSM1 file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Microsoft Windows PowerShell is installed, check the Always use this app to open PSM1 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PSM1 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with PSM1 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the PSM1 for errors

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 PSM1 file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The PSM1 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the PSM1 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the PSM1 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with PSM1 extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic PSM1 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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 PSM1 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Windows PowerShell Script Module Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Windows PowerShell

If the systems has insufficient resources to open PSM1 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Windows PowerShell Script Module Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PSM1 files affecting older versions of given software.

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