SMG File Extension

What is SMG file?

SMG filename suffix is mostly used for IChorus Sound Format files. Files with SMG extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with SMG extension are categorized as Audio Files files. The Audio Files subset comprises 771 various file formats. 3DVIA Virtools supports SMG files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. On the official website of Dassault Syst?mes S.A. developer not only will you find detailed information about the3DVIA Virtools software, but also about SMG and other supported file formats.

Programs which support SMG file extension

Programs that can handle SMG files are as follows. SMG files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 10/30/2021

How to open file with SMG extension?

Problems with accessing SMG may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with SMG extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with SMG files.

Step 1. Install 3DVIA Virtools software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports SMG files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select 3DVIA Virtools or one of the recommended programs (for example, 3DVIA Player) 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. If you want to download 3DVIA Virtools installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Dassault Syst?mes S.A. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of 3DVIA Virtools and update if needed

You still cannot access SMG files although 3DVIA Virtools 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. This can be one of the causes why SMG files are not compatible with 3DVIA Virtools. The latest version of 3DVIA Virtools should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate IChorus Sound Format files with 3DVIA Virtools

After installing 3DVIA Virtools (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open SMG files. 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 SMG with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where 3DVIA Virtools is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open SMG files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with SMG extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select 3DVIA Virtools and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with SMG extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the SMG 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 SMG file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the SMG in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the SMG is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the SMG file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the SMG file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with SMG extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open 3DVIA Virtools

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with IChorus Sound Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle SMG files.

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