Opening a VML File

The VML file type is primarily associated with Word.

VML	File extension: VML
	File type:	image

What is a VML file?

VML files mostly belong to Word by Microsoft. VML is the filename extension of vector image files written in Vector Markup Language, an obsolete, XML-based language for representing 2D vector and mixed vector/raster graphics. VML was developed by Microsoft and used to save vector-based drawings created with Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Visio. Because it is XML-based, a VML image that is embedded in an HTML page can be parsed and rendered by Internet Explorer version 5.0 to 8.x. Version 2 of Google Maps JavaScript API also used VML to store vector paths viewable in Internet Explorer. Outlook 2007, 2010, and 2013 still support the use of VML in developing email templates/designs. The contents of VML files include shape layouts, strokes, paths, anchors, text, cells, rows, styling and client data which make up an image. VML specifications are defined as part of the Open XML standard.

How to open VML files

You need a suitable software like Word to open a VML 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 VML file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a VML 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 VML files:

Word by Microsoft
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. VML files are often referred to as Word vector images because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
Excel (image) by Microsoft
Excel is a cross-platform spreadsheet application distributed as part of Office productivity software. Some versions of Excel save data and graphics in VML files. This file format is classified as Vector Image. Related links: Vector Markup Language
Visio (image) by Microsoft
Visio is a vector graphics editor for creating technical diagrams such as business process models and flowcharts. Drawings created with some versions of Visio are saved in the VML file. This file format is classified as Vector Image. Related links: Vector Markup Language

Technical Data for VML File Extension

File classification:

Vector Image

Related files:

html, xml, mvl, yml, asd, mso, dotx

Related links:

Vector Markup Language, Notepad

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: vmlfile, FileType: VoiceXML Document

a vml image is a special file format by Microsoft and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with VML files

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