Opening an NML File

The NML file type is primarily associated with Traktor.

NMLFile Extension NML
File extension: NML
File type:  XML-based data file

What is an NML file?

NML files mostly belong to Traktor. This NML file can serve two specific roles:
  • Traktor music playlist file: In the majority of cases, an NML file is an XML-formatted data file used by DJ applications such as Traktor to manage playlists. It holds structured information like track details and metadata that the software reads to organize and execute mixes.
  • CAD clothing pattern file: In a few instances, the NML format is used to store clothing pattern designs. This version is a CAD pattern file used by CODE-MODEL Professional to structure garment patterns for further editing and production.
  • FilExt.com tip: If you have an NML file, open it with a plain text editor to view the XML structure. For a functional experience, use the specialized application associated with its use – Traktor for playlist files or CODE-MODEL Professional for pattern files.

    How to open an NML file

    You need a suitable software like Traktor to open an NML file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your NML file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a NML file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

    Online NML Text Viewer

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    How to extract texts from NML files or capture a screenshot to PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...

    If you want to extract texts from NML file or capture a screenshot, you can use our free Online NML File Viewer:
    1. To do so, click the "Choose your .nml file to view" button above.
    2. After your file is opened in browser,
    3. click "Save as..." in the menu.
    4. Then choose the file format (e.g. JPG, PDF, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
    5. Your file will be converted and downloaded.

    Programs that open and convert NML files:

    1. Traktor
      See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. NML files are often referred to as Traktor data files because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
    2. .nugthat Compiler (Source Code (.nugthat Mark-up Language)) by Nuggets Unlimited, Inc.
      These are XML source code files This file format is classified as XML.
    3. NEURO ONE (Static Neuron Model) by Netral
      Software to model connections between neurons.
    4. NewsMail 2.0 (E-mail Newsletter) by ESU-Soft
      Program for mass mailing of newsletters. This file format is classified as Text.
    5. NML Language (Source File) by NevoSoft
      An .NML file contains NML code. NML is a language that operates like PHP or ASP. The .NML file is processed by the Web server and an HTML page is generated. NML is under development. The Mime types used with this association are: xnml/text-plain. This file format is classified as Source Code.

    NML file format:

    To view or edit NML files you need to know the file format, because it determines how the data in this file is stored. The first characters in a file identify the file format, for example, HTML files start with the bytes <html>. If the file extension does not match the file format, double-clicking on the file will cause an error upon opening. Exact knowledge of the format is therefore important in order to solve problems occurring in files. Below you will find our evaluation of the NML files:

    As a file extension, NML isn't very common and predominantly uses a uniform format. The file formats most commonly found in NML files are:

    All other NML files (11%) have different formats. Drag & drop your file here to see the file format and a preview of your NML file!

    Technical Data for NML File Extension

    File classification:
    Data
    Related files:

    The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

    ProgramID: Traktor.List
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Native Instruments\Traktor DJ Mixer\TraktorDJ.exe %1

    ProgramID: Traktor.List
    EXEFile: C:\Audio\Native Instruments\Traktor\Traktor.exe %1

    ProgramID: Traktor.List
    EXEFile: D:\audio\Native Instruments\Traktor\Traktor.exe %1

    ProgramID: Traktor.List
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Traktor DJ Studio 2\TraktorDJStudio2.exe %1

    ProgramID: Traktor.List
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Native Instruments\Traktor DJ Studio 2\TraktorDJStudio2.exe

    ProgramID: Traktor.List
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Native Instruments\Traktor DJ Mixer Demo\TraktorDJMixer.exe

    ProgramID: Traktor.Playlist
    EXEFile: F:\Audio\Native Instruments\Traktor\Traktor.exe

    ProgramID: Traktor.List
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Native Instruments\Traktor DJ Studio 3 Demo\TraktorDJStudio3Demo.exe

    ProgramID: Traktor.List
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Native Instruments\Traktor DJ Studio 3\TraktorDJStudio3.exe

    ProgramID: Traktor.List
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Native Instruments\Traktor 3 LE\Traktor 3 LE.exe


    an nml XML-based data file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

    How to solve problems with NML files

    • Associate the NML file extension with the correct application.
    • Update your software that should actually open xml-based data files. Because only the current version supports the latest NML file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Traktor update.
    • To make sure that your NML file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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