WMS File Extension

What is WMS file?

WMS is a file extension commonly associated with Windows Media Skin files. Windows Media Skin specification was created by Microsoft. Files with WMS extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. WMS file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports WMS files is Windows Media Player. Software named Windows Media Player was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and WMS files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support WMS file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support WMS files. WMS 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 WMS extension?

Being unable to open files with WMS extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with WMS files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with WMS files.

Step 1. Get the Windows Media Player

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports WMS files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Windows Media Player and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WMS files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Windows Media Player installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Windows Media Player and update if needed

You still cannot access WMS files although Windows Media Player 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 The reason that Windows Media Player cannot handle files with WMS may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Windows Media Player should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Windows Media Player to WMS files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate WMS files with latest version of Windows Media Player you have installed on your device. 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

• Right-click the WMS 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 Windows Media Player is installed, check the Always use this app to open WMS files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with WMS extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Windows Media Player and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with WMS extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the WMS for errors

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

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

If the WMS is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the WMS file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the WMS 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. When downloading the file with WMS 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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Windows Media Skin file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Windows Media Player

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Windows Media Skin files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle WMS files.

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