since 2000
Opening XMS Files
The XMS file type is primarily associated with Xcalibur.
What is an XMS file?
XMS files mostly belong to Xcalibur. Mass Spectrometry Data: Used in scientific analysis with Xcalibur. Audio Module Data: Employed in digital audio sequencing and sound production. Compressed XML Data: Seen in security applications by Kaspersky.
The XMS file extension is not a single standard format but covers different file types based on the origin and intended use. For instance, one use is as a mass spectrometry data file that stores results from chemical or biochemical analyses. Such files are typically processed with analysis programs like Xcalibur (see Thermo Fisher for details).
Another usage is for an extended Module System file that holds digital audio data including sound samples and sequencing information. This format, sometimes noted as the extended Module Sound Format, is common in music production and is used with tools such as the XMS Synthesizer or FastTracker 2.
A third variant is the Kaspersky compressed file, a container for compressed XML data used within the Kaspersky Security Network. These files are handled by security software from Kaspersky, and further information is available at Kaspersky OpenTip.
To summarize the multiple roles of the XMS extension:
FilExt.com note: If you encounter a file with this extension, check its source or associated software to decide the correct method to open and view it.
How to open XMS files
You need a suitable software like Xcalibur to open an XMS 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 XMS file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a XMS file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.
Online XMS Text Viewer
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Programs that open and convert XMS files:
- Xcalibur
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. XMS files are often referred to as Xcalibur data files because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
- AutoCAD (External Message) by Autodesk, Inc.
- RapidCaption (Script) by PeopleSupport, Inc.In 2006, PeopleSupport acquired Rapidtext, original maker of RapidCaption, and continues its tradition of providing transcription and captioning services.
- ViewCafT XML Markup Session
- XMS-Tracker
Technical Data for XMS File Extension
File classification:
Data
Related files:
Mime type:
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: SDDocuments.ModuleState.1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Accelrys\MS Modeling 3.2\Studio\MatStudio.exe
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Accelrys\MS Modeling 3.2\Studio\MatStudio.exe
an xms data file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.
How to solve problems with XMS files
- Associate the XMS file extension with the correct application.
- Update your software that should actually open data files. Because only the current version supports the latest XMS file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Xcalibur update.
- To make sure that your XMS file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
- Click here to open your .XMS file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.