What's the SWM File?

Author:   |   Amended: November 26, 2018

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SWM File Summary

File Extension SWM has two unique file types (with the primary being the Split Windows Imaging Format File format) and is mostly associated with Microsoft ImageX (Microsoft Corporation) and two other software programs. The SWM File Extension are listed predominantly as Disk Image Files, while in other circumstances they can be Data Files.

The SWM File Extension can be viewed on the Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. They are supported on both desktop and mobile devices. The main SWM file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

Interested to learn more about the SWM File Extension? We encourage you to view the detailed file information below to learn about the software that opens SWM files, and other troubleshooting tips.

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Varieties of SWM Files

  2 known file types use this extension

Main SWM Affiliation

.SWM
File Name:.swm
File Type:Split Windows Imaging Format File

Split Windows Imaging Format File is created by ImageX, which creates Windows disk images. It is present within a "sources" directory on every media disc. It contains parts splitted from a .WIM file, and can be reconstructed into it using XImage.

Developer: Microsoft Corporation
Division:Disk Image Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.swm

Software Programs That Open The Split Windows Imaging Format File:


Microsoft ImageX by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

ExtractNow by Open Source

Windows

Additional SWM Files

.SWM
File Name:.swm
File Type:Vim Swap Data

SWM is a data file used by Vim, a text editing tool used by multi-platforms.

Developer: Bram Moolenaar
Division:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Vim Swap Data Files:


Vim by Bram Moolenaar

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux
Unix
OS X El Capitan

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SWM Demand


File Extension Device Breakdown (desktop / mobile / tablet)

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


Sources of SWM Problems


Common SWM Opening Problems

Microsoft ImageX Removed

You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open SWM Files" when trying to open your SWM. When this happens, it is commonly due to Microsoft ImageX 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: When you have another program installed that you know will open your SWM, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").


Wrong Version of Microsoft ImageX is Installed

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a Split Windows Imaging Format File file that is unsupported by your installed application version. If you do not have the proper version Microsoft ImageX (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 Split Windows Imaging Format File file was created by a newer Microsoft ImageX than what you have installed.


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


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening SWM files are due to having the wrong version of Microsoft ImageX installed.


More Causes of Problems Opening SWMs

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Microsoft ImageX will resolve your issue. If you are continuing to have errors with loading SWM files, other external issues might be to blame. These issues include:

  • SWM file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry SWM description
  • Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the SWM format
  • Your SWM can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Your SWM has adversely impacted by malware
  • Hardware associated with SWM has outdated drivers
  • Windows has inadequate resources to open your Split Windows Imaging Format File file

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