TMH File Extension

What is TMH file?

TMH filename suffix is mostly used for Trace Message Header files. Microsoft Corporation defined the Trace Message Header format standard. Files with TMH extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. TMH file format, along with 1205 other file formats, belongs to the Developer Files category. The most popular software that supports TMH files is Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit. Software named Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and TMH files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support TMH file extension

Programs that can handle TMH files are as follows. TMH 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 TMH extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening TMH files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Trace Message Header files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports TMH files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy 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 Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit and update if needed

If you already have Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit installed on your systems and TMH 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. This can be one of the causes why TMH files are not compatible with Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit. The most recent version of Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open TMH files to Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit

If you have the latest version of Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage TMH on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the TMH with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open TMH files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected TMH file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with TMH extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the TMH for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the TMH file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the TMH file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the TMH file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the TMH 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. It could happen the the download process of file with TMH 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. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Trace Message Header file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with TMH files affecting older versions of given software.

Do you want to help?

If you have additional information about the TMH file, we will be grateful if you share it with our users. To do this, use the form here and send us your information on TMH file.