Opening CMAKE Files

The CMAKE file type is primarily associated with CMake.

CMAKE	File extension: CMAKE
	File type:	script/module

What is a CMAKE file?

CMAKE files mostly belong to CMake by CMake Developers. A CMAKE file is a script containing code written in CMake scripting language. The contents of this file include definitions of variables, interfaces, functions, and macros used for testing, packaging, build automation, and installation of a C++ program. CMake command line tool can run a single CMAKE script when called with the -F option. However, a CMAKE file is usually created and automatically run by C/C++ development environments such as KDevelop, Visual Studio, and Xcode which use CMake under the hood.

How to open CMAKE files

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

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Can't Open Your .CMAKE File? Try These Steps

While .CMAKE files are typically developer scripts, they can come from different programs and aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source: If received from a software developer or found in a code repository, it suggests a CMake script or module.
Check the Header: Open the file in a text editor to inspect the opening lines. You might see:
- Readable text like cmake_minimum_required, confirming a CMake script.
- Standard comments starting with #.
Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required to use it properly. Try CMake, Visual Studio, or CLion. If uncertain, ask the sender.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your file into our viewer to detect the format, extract readable text/metadata, and preview when possible.

Technical Data for CMAKE File Extension

File classification:

Developer

Related files:

cmd, ahk, psc

Mime type:

text/x-cmake

a cmake script/module is a special file format by CMake Developers and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with CMAKE files

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