TMV File Extension

What is TMV file?

TMV filename suffix is mostly used for TextMaker Template files. TextMaker Template format was developed by SoftMaker Software. Files with TMV extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. TMV file format, along with 440 other file formats, belongs to the Text Files category. The most popular program for handling TMV files is SoftMaker Office, but users can choose among 3 different programs that support this file format. SoftMaker Office software was developed by SoftMaker Software GmbH, and on its official website you may find more information about TMV files or the SoftMaker Office software program.

Programs which support TMV file extension

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

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

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports TMV files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install SoftMaker Office or one to the listed programs: TextMaker Viewer, TextMaker, Ashampoo Office. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading SoftMaker Office installed is by going to developer’s website (SoftMaker Software GmbH) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update SoftMaker Office to the latest version

You still cannot access TMV files although SoftMaker Office is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why TMV files are not compatible with SoftMaker Office. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using SoftMaker Office.

Step 3. Set the default application to open TMV files to SoftMaker Office

After installing SoftMaker Office (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open TMV files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the TMV with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where SoftMaker Office is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open TMV files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected TMV file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• 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 TMV extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the TMV is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the TMV file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the TMV file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the TMV is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the TMV file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the TMV file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If you obtained the problematic TMV file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the TMV file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the TextMaker Template file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle SoftMaker Office

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with TextMaker Template files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the TMV files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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