Known PSM1 Files

Leading PSM1 Type

.PSM1

File ID:	.psm1
Group:	Windows PowerShell Script Module File

A PSM1 file is a script associated with Windows PowerShell, the Microsoft's task automation framework. It contains functions and variables that can be included as a single module in a separate .PS1 script.

Company:	Microsoft Corporation
Class:	Developer Files
Registry Key:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.psm1

Software Programs That Open The Windows PowerShell Script Module File:

Microsoft Windows PowerShell by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

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Troubleshooting Problems Opening PSM1 Files

Troubles Opening PSM1 Files

Missing Microsoft Windows PowerShell

When trying to open your PSM1 file, you get the error "Can't Open PSM1 File Type". When this happens, it is commonly due to Microsoft Windows PowerShell missing in %%os%%. Because your operating system doesn't know what to do with this file, you won't be able to open it by double-clicking.

Tip: If you know of another program that can open your PSM1 file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.

Microsoft Windows PowerShell is Out-of-Date

Your Windows PowerShell Script Module File file is incompatible with Microsoft Windows PowerShell because you might have the wrong version installed. If you do not have the proper version Microsoft Windows PowerShell (or any of the other programs listed above), you may need to try downloading a different version of it, or one of the other software applications listed above. Most of the time your Windows PowerShell Script Module File file was created by a newer Microsoft Windows PowerShell than what you have installed.

Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of PSM1 file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).

Conclusion: The majority of PSM1 file opening issues are due to not having the correct Microsoft Windows PowerShell version installed.

Associated Difficulties Loading PSM1 Files

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Microsoft Windows PowerShell will resolve your issue. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening PSM1 files. These issues include:

• PSM1 file type Registry entries are wrong
• Deletion of the PSM1 file description from the Registry by mistake
• Invalid installation of a PSM1-associated program (eg. Microsoft Windows PowerShell)
• Your PSM1 can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
• The PSM1 is infected with a virus
• Drivers associated with PSM1 software need to be updated
• Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Windows PowerShell Script Module File file