XSM File Extension

What is XSM file?

XSM is a file extension commonly associated with SimCity Societies Game files. SimCity Societies Game specification was created by Electronic Arts, Inc.. XSM files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. XSM file belongs to the Game Files category just like 1509 other filename extensions listed in our database. Simcity Societies is by far the most used program for working with XSM files. Software named Simcity Societies was created by Electronic Arts, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and XSM files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support XSM file extension

The following listing features XSM-compatible programs. Files with XSM suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with XSM extension?

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

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening XSM files is that no program that can handle XSM files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Simcity Societies developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support XSM files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Simcity Societies installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Electronic Arts, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Simcity Societies

If the problems with opening XSM files still occur even after installing Simcity Societies, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Simcity Societies is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Simcity Societies cannot handle files with XSM may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Simcity Societies.

Step 3. Associate SimCity Societies Game files with Simcity Societies

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

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the XSM file and choose 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 Simcity Societies installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open XSM files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the XSM file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Simcity Societies and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with XSM extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the XSM file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the XSM 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 scanner detected that the XSM file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the XSM 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. When downloading the file with XSM 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the SimCity Societies Game file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Simcity Societies

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with XSM 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 SimCity Societies Game files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle XSM files.

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