TMX File Extension

What is TMX file?

TMX is a file extension commonly associated with Translation Memory Exchange Format files. Translation Memory Exchange Format specification was created by Localization Industry Standards Association. TMX files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. TMX file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. The most popular program for handling TMX files is SDL Trados Studio, but users can choose among 5 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of SDL Tridion developer not only will you find detailed information about theSDL Trados Studio software, but also about TMX and other supported file formats.

Programs which support TMX file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with TMX files, divided into 3 categories based on operating system on which they are available. TMX 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 TMX extension?

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

Step 1. Install SDL Trados Studio software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports TMX files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select SDL Trados Studio or one of the recommended programs (for example, Swordfish, OmegaT, Heartsome TMX editor) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support TMX files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading SDL Trados Studio installed is by going to developer’s website (SDL Tridion) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of SDL Trados Studio and update if needed

You still cannot access TMX files although SDL Trados Studio 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. The reason that SDL Trados Studio cannot handle files with TMX may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of SDL Trados Studio is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign SDL Trados Studio to TMX files

After installing SDL Trados Studio (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open TMX files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the TMX 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 SDL Trados Studio is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open TMX files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with TMX extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with TMX extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the TMX file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the TMX file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the TMX file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the TMX 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. TMX file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the TMX file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with TMX extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Translation Memory Exchange Format file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open SDL Trados Studio

If the systems has insufficient resources to open TMX 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 Translation Memory Exchange Format file. It may be the case that the TMX files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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