Opening an SCM File

The SCM file type is primarily associated with GIMP.

SCMFile Extension SCM
File extension: SCM
File type:  Script-Fu script

What is an SCM file

SCM files mostly belong to GIMP by The GIMP Development Team. SCM files usually contain video recordings captured with ScreenCam, a Windows-based screen recording software. SCM filename extension is also used to save SCM-encoded, DRM-protected audio and video content streamed over the Internet. Such videos may be played with Media Player on Windows. Starcraft, a Sci-Fi video game saves maps in SCM files. GIMP, an image editing software uses SCM files to save scripts used to automate the addition of effects to images. CLEO, a video game scripting engine for modifying Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, stores compiled game scripts used to add custom features called "opcodes;" to the game. Some UNIX programs store schema descriptors for specifying the structure of a document in SCM files. Some Samsung televisions save the channel list and TV/satellite stations in SCM files which are shareable via USB. SCM filename extension is also associated with SCHEME programming language source code files.

How can I open an SCM file?

You need a suitable software like GIMP to open an SCM 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 SCM file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a SCM file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Programs that open and convert SCM files:

  1. GIMP by The GIMP Development Team
    See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. SCM files are often referred to as GIMP plugins because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
  2. Grand Theft Auto III (mission script) by Rockstar
    Grand Theft Auto III is an action-adventure video game in which the main character gets entangled in a life of crime and gang warfare while seeking revenge against his girlfriend. The game's mission script is saved in an SCM file. This file format is classified as Game. Related links: GTA3 Mods Editor
  3. Grand Theft Auto San Andreas (compiled script (opcode)) by Rockstar
    Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is an action-adventure video game available for mobile, desktop, and console devices. Opcodes used to add custom functionality and modify the game's behavior are stored in SCM files. This file format is classified as Game. Related links: SCM Instruction, List of opcodes, Opcode Database
  4. ICQ (compressed sound scheme) by ICQ
    ICQ is an instant messenger with video conferencing support. The program allows users to convert audio messages to text and respond to messages using smart replies. ICQ's compressed sound scheme is stored in an SCM file. This file format is classified as Audio.
  5. Media Player (video/audio) by Microsoft
    Media Player is a multimedia player distributed as part of Windows operating system. This program can be used to play audio and video SCM files encoded with SCM-codec to provide copyright protection. This file format is classified as Video.
  6. PDP-10 (Source Compare - FILCOM Output Showing Differences by Line) by DEC
    The PDP-10 was a mainframe computer manufactured by Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) from the late 1960s. The name stands for Programmed Data Processor model 10. The PDP-10 was eventually eclipsed by the VAX supermini machines. This file format is classified as Data. Related links: Wikipedia PDP-10 Page
  7. SadefCam (export data) by SADEF
    SadefCam is a series of outdated 3D programs with steelwork detailing profile libraries and building components which can be integrated into third-party software such as AutoCAD, Strucad, and Hypersteel. The SCM file used by SadefCam is an export file containing section and whole-group information for a steel profile manufacturing job. This file format is classified as 3D Image.
  8. SamyGo ChanEdit (Samsung TV channel list) by SamyGo
    SamyGo ChanEdit is a desktop software for editing channel lists and configuration data exported from Samsung televisions via USB. TV and satellite stations channel lists exported from Samsung TVs are stored in SCM files which are editable with SamyGo ChanEdit. This file format is classified as Data. Related links: SamyGo ChanEdit - Channel Editor
  9. SchematicMaker (data) by Topanga
    SchematicMaker was a Windows used to design schematic diagrams for applications such as PLC ladder, timing diagrams, and electronics/electrical circuits. The program stored some data in SCM files. This file format is classified as Data.
  10. Scheme (program) by Scheme Working Group
    Scheme is functional programming language designed as a minimalist dialect of the Lisp family of programming languages. Program source code files written in Scheme are stored in SCM or SS files. This file format is classified as Developer.
  11. ScreenCam (screen recording) by SmartGuyz
    ScreenCam is a Windows-based screen recorder and video editor with support for movie annotation and exportation to standard file formats. Screen recordings captured with ScreenCam are initially stored in SCM files before the user exports them to a standard format such as MOV or MP4. This file format is classified as Video.
  12. Spanish Whiz (scrambled game sound) by Braser
    Spanish Whiz was a program for learning Spanish. It was designed to help persons who already know basic Spanish their expand vocabulary, pronunciation and listening skills. Spanish Whiz comprised exercises, dictations, games, a dictionary, and easy to understand explanations. The program stored scrambled game sounds in SCM files. This file format is classified as Audio.
  13. Starcraft (map) by Blizzard
    StarCraft is a military Sci-Fi video game set in a futuristic universe where three intelligent species fight for dominance. Maps used in this game are stored in SCM files. This file format is classified as Game.

SCM file format:

If you can determine the file format, the associated program can also be determined. A file format is determined by the file extension and signature, so JPEG images have the extension .jpg and the first bytes in the file are ÿØÿ. However, different programs can use the same file extension, and file extensions can be assigned incorrectly. Exact knowledge of the format is therefore important in order to solve problems occurring in files. Our analysis of the SCM files produces the following result:

SCM is a very widely used file extension. The file type includes different formats for different programs. The two most common formats are as follows:

The remaining 50% of all SCM files are different files with different signatures, frequently e.g. GIMP Script-Fu Script, ScreenCam video, StarCraft Map, SCHEMATICS, MDLS, MODL and define. Sometimes used for lecture, script, demo, homework, scheme, solutions, falling, setting, lesson, color, ammu or your. You can get all the details of your SCM file by dragging it onto this page or by clicking the button "Choose your .scm file to analyze" above.

Technical Data for SCM File Extension

File classification:
Plugin
Related files:
bky, sscm, map-aird, scmo, scmf, smc, yail, dvbs, dvbc, ipsrv, csm, cm0012, zip, bp, acsm, rkt, html, sv, scd, pcb, xcf, apm, pnm
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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: icqsoundscheme
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\icq\datafiles\externals.exe %1

ProgramID: icqsoundscheme
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ICQ\ICQRun.exe %1

ProgramID: ScreenCam Movie
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Intense Language Office\Demo Movies\demo.ovl /sc %1

ProgramID: ScreenCam Movie
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Lotus ScreenCam Player\scplayer.exe /sc %1

ProgramID: StarEdit.Scenario
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Starcraft\StarEdit.exe -n

ProgramID: StarEdit.Scenario
EXEFile: C:\Starcraft\Emerald StarEdit.exe -n

ProgramID: StarEdit.Scenario
EXEFile: C:\Starcraft\StarEdit.exe -n

ProgramID: icqsoundscheme
EXEFile: e:\icq\datafiles\externals.exe %1

ProgramID: ScreenCam Movie
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Business Objects\Multimedia\BusinessMiner Tutorial\scplayer.exe /sc %1

ProgramID: Scheme.Document
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PLT\DrScheme.exe %1

ProgramID: StarEdit.Scenario
EXEFile: C:\Documents and Settings\Administrator.NETOCT-XP\My Documents\download\laymolo\Starcraft Broodwar folder\staredit.exe -n

ProgramID: ScreenCam Movie
EXEFile: E:\data\scplayer.exe /sc

ProgramID: ScreenCamMoviev2
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\LOTSUITE\SCRNCAM\SCRNCAM.EXE /e

ProgramID: ScreenCam Movie
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\EasyViewTraining\scplayer.exe /sc

ProgramID: GUILE
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\LilyPond\usr\bin\guile.exe -e main -s

ProgramID: StarEdit.Scenario
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Starcraft\SC X-tra Editor Base.exe -n

ProgramID: StarEdit.Scenario
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Starcraft\StarEdit.exe -n

ProgramID: icqsoundscheme
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\icq\datafiles\externals.exe

ProgramID: qvodplayer.scm
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QvodPlayer\QvodPlayer.exe -localfile

ProgramID: StarEdit.Scenario
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\BROOD\StarEdit.exe -n

ProgramID: stormplayer.scm
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\StormII\Storm.exe /play


an scm Script-Fu script is a special file format by The GIMP Development Team and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with SCM files

  • Associate the SCM file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open script-fu scripts. Because only the current version supports the latest SCM file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the The GIMP Development Team manufacturer website after an available GIMP update.
  • To make sure that your SCM file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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