Opening SMP Files

The SMP file type is primarily associated with 3D Studio Max.

SMP	File extension: SMP
	File type:	sample data file

What is an SMP file?

SMP files mostly belong to 3D Studio Max. The SMP file is not a one‐size‐fits-all format; it is used as a container for sample data in many different applications.
For example, some SMP files hold 3D models used by design programs like Autodesk’s 3ds Max. Other versions store instrument data from measurement tools such as Micromeritics ASAP 2020 (Micromeritics ASAP 2020), where the file holds experimental readings.
The SMP extension also appears in other use cases:

Audio samples – These include raw sound data and game audio files, seen in formats used by Awave Studio (Awave Studio) and Sound Master Pro.

Project/settings files – Some SMP files store project details in XML or JSON format. This is common in Animaker project files or game configuration files used by BlueStacks (BlueStacks).

Multimedia packages – In other cases, the file can be a compressed package for cinema or video projects, like those used with the GDC Barco Alchemy Cinema Player (GDC Tech).

There are also instances of SMP files used for music scores (SmartMusic score files), Bible audio modules, and other sample or seed files. Each version is designed to work internally within its own software, so the file structure is specific to the program that created it.
FilExt.com notes: If you need to open an SMP file, it is important to know which application generated it. Opening it with a simple text editor may only reveal XML or JSON fragments (if any) and can lead to unintentional corruption. Use the original or a compatible program to view or edit these files.

How to open SMP files

You need a suitable software like 3D Studio Max to open an SMP 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 SMP file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a SMP file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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How to convert SMP files to JPG, PDF, HTML, DOC, ...

If you want to convert or edit an SMP file, you can use our free Online SMP File Converter (powered by Convert.Guru):

Just click the "Choose your .smp file to view this image" button on this page.
After your file is opened in browser,
click "Save as..." in the menu.
Then click the file format (e.g. PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
Your file will be converted and downloaded.

Programs that open and convert SMP files:

3D Studio Max
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. SMP files are often referred to as 3D Studio Max data files because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
Ad Lib Gold Sample
IMail Server (Mail Message) by Ipswitch, Inc.
IMail Server is a scalable, standards-based (POP3/IMAP4/SMTP) E-mail server with protection from spam and viruses. This extension indicates regular mail messages being processed by SMTP.
Photo Express (Gallery) by Ulead
The identifying characters used for this association are - Hex: 49 49 4F 31 24 00 00 00 54 00 00 00 08 00 00 00 88 00 00 00, ASCII: IIO1$...T. This file format is classified as Graphic.
PhotoImpact (Presets) by Ulead Systems, Inc.
PhotoImpact is a complete digital image-editing suite from Ulead. The identifying characters used for this association are - Hex: 49 49 4F 32 48 00 00 00 50 00 00 00 54 00 00 00, ASCII: IIO2H...P...T. This file format is classified as Graphic.
Reason (NN19 Sampler Instrument Patch) by Propellerhead Software
Sample or Samplevision Format
The identifying characters used for this association are - Hex: 53 4F 55 4E 44 20 53 41 4D 50 4C 45 20 44 41 54 41 20, ASCII: SOUND.SAMPLE.DATA.
Scream Tracker
The identifying characters used for this association are - Hex (position 76): 53 43 52 53, ASCII: SCRS.
Screensaver Maker (Project File) by 21hua.com
Sound File
This file format is classified as Audio. Related links: Linux Player
Sprintbit Playlist Manager (Media Playlist) by Sprintbit Corporation
This program allows you create playlist of your favorite music and video files. You can work with multiple playlist at once, move files between playlist, create unlimited number of playlist with unlimited number of many media file types. This file format is classified as Audio.
Swell (Audio (Sampled Data)) by Hitech Development AB
1-16 channels of sampled data, with mixed sampling frequency. Text header describing data. Known from speech research and therapy. Also used by a number of tools, such as Phog phonetograph. This file format is classified as Audio.
Xionics SMP image

SMP file format details:

The file format, which is the arrangement and type of data in a file, determines which program can open the file. 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. File extension, signature and file format must match; otherwise errors will occur when the file is opened. Knowledge is power - this also applies when dealing with unknown or faulty files. Below you will find our evaluation of the SMP files:

The SMP file extension is used very often and includes very many different file formats. However, the following two file formats are common:

20% of all SMP files start with the bytes 18 67 AB 55 51 23 98 56 crucial for this file format. The content consists of illegible binary data, which can only be read and interpreted by the associated programs. Most of these files are 5 MB to 11 MB in size. The file type is relatively new. Some examples of file names are T0001.smp or T0004.smp.
15% of all SMP files have the same signature ^vMIC##&&FS. They consist of unreadable binary data. SMP files are between 19 KB and 55 KB in size. Certain words are almost always found in the files, such as SUBSET101 and ^vMIC##&&FS. Some examples of file names are 20180601-1.SMP or 20180601-2.SMP.

All other SMP files (65%) have no uniform format, the following 14 formats exist: SmartMusic Performance, Turtle Beach Sample Vision audio sample, Novastorm Media audio, ZIP, RIFF, SMP, CELL and RFWV. Sometimes used for build, sample, claims, switch, form or horse. Just click the "Choose your .smp file to view this image" button on this page to find out what your SMP file is.

Technical Data for SMP File Extension

File classification:

Data

Related files:

max, ad_smp, spm, xsmp, res, mp3, xml, snp, scn, zip, fcs, rpt, rar, xd, dat, json, wav

Mime type:

application/octet-stream

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: GraphicsConverterPro.smp, FileType: Xionics SMP, AppName: GraphicsConverter-reg
EXEFile: GraphicsConverter.exe

ProgramID: SampleVision.file, FileType: SampleVision file, AppName: Cool Edit Pro

ProgramID: SampleVision.file
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Audition 1.0\Audition.exe %1

ProgramID: SampleVision.file
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\coolpro2\coolpro2.exe %1

ProgramID: SmartMusic.smp
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\SmartMusic Applications\EE2k Band Book 1 Student\SmartMusicStudio.exe

ProgramID: SampleVision.file
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Audition 1.5\Audition.exe %1

ProgramID: SampleVision.file
EXEFile: E:\coolpro\coolpro.exe %1

ProgramID: SampleVision.file
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Cool2000\cool2000.exe %1

ProgramID: XnView.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\XnView\xnview.exe %1

ProgramID: SampleVision.file
EXEFile: C:\coolpro2\coolpro2.exe %1

ProgramID: tsmsmp
EXEFile: %SystemRoot%\system32\NOTEPAD.EXE %1

ProgramID: AUD20.SampleVision.file
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Adobe Audition 2.0\Audition.exe

ProgramID: SonicStageMasteringStudio.Project
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Sony\SonicStage Mastering Studio\SSMS.exe

ProgramID: ScreensaverMaker.Project
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ScreensaverMaker TE\ScreensaverMaker.exe

ProgramID: SkyMap.Map
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\SKYMAP~1\SkyMap32.exe

ProgramID: AUD30.SampleVision.file
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Adobe Audition 3.0\Audition.exe

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an smp sample data file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with SMP files

Associate the SMP file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open sample data files. Because only the current version supports the latest SMP file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available 3D Studio Max update.
To make sure that your SMP file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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