File Extension FM

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Microsoft Silver

FM File Summary

Most FM files can be viewed with two known software applications, typically Adobe FrameMaker developed by Adobe Systems Incorporated. It's main file type association is the FrameMaker Document format, but also includes one other rarely-seen file types. Although FM files are traditionally categorized as Page Layout Files, they can also be Spreadsheet Files.

FM files are found on both mobile and desktop platforms and can be opened using Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems. FM files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

If you are having problems opening FM files, or would simply like to learn more about the software programs and developers that are associated with them, please see the complete information contained below.

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FileViewPro Opens FM Files

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Known FM Files

  2 known file types use this extension

Main FM Affiliation

.FM
Formatting:.fm
Group:FrameMaker Document

A page authoring document created by Adobe FrameMaker. The structure of the document is created using XML.

Author: Adobe Systems Incorporated
Division:Page Layout Files
Location: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.fm

Software Programs That Open The FrameMaker Document:


Adobe FrameMaker by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Windows
Linux

Additional FM Files

.FM
Formatting:.fm
Group:FileMaker Database

A spreadsheet file created using the data management system; FileMaker. The extension was used in the early versions of the software; newer files use .FMP extension.

Author: FileMaker Inc.
Division:Spreadsheet Files

Software Programs That Open FileMaker Database Files:


FileMaker Pro by FileMaker Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
iOS

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FM Demand


Browser Popularity

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Troubleshoot FM Files


Frequent FM Opening Issues

Adobe FrameMaker Isn't There

Double-clicking your FM file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open FM File". Usually, this is because you do not have Adobe FrameMaker for %%os%% installed. This will prevent you from double-clicking to open the FM file because the OS doesn’t know how to handle it.


Tip: If you don't have Adobe FrameMaker installed, and you know of another program to open your FM file, you can try opening it by selecting from the programs listed under "Show Apps".


Obsolete Version of Adobe FrameMaker

In other instances, your FrameMaker Document file version may not be supported by your version of Adobe FrameMaker. Installing the latest version of Adobe FrameMaker from Adobe Systems Incorporated is recommended. Your FrameMaker Document file was probably created by a newer release of Adobe FrameMaker than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your FM file and clicking "Properties".


Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening FM files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.


Other FM File Issues

Errors opening FrameMaker Document files can still occur even with the latest Adobe FrameMaker software installed on your computer. If you are continuing to have errors with loading FM files, other external issues might be to blame. Other contributing causes:

  • File references in the Windows Registry for FM are wrong
  • Accidental deletion of the description of the FM file in the Windows registry
  • Partial installation of Adobe FrameMaker that did not fully complete
  • FM file corruption
  • Your FM has adversely impacted by malware
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your FM file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Windows cannot load your FrameMaker Document file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)

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