Opening an FMI File

The FMI file type is primarily associated with FME Workbench.

FMI	File extension: FMI
	File type:	Mapping File

What is an FMI file?

FMI files mostly belong to FME Workbench by Safe Software Inc. FME Desktop is a flexible and powerful spatial ETL toolset that makes it easy for you to translate, transform and integrate spatial data in any format or application.

How do you open FMI files?

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

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Unable to Open a .FMI File? Quick Solutions:

Because .FMI files originate from various programs, they aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source: If received from a GIS professional, it is likely an FME Workbench Mapping File. If from an engineer, it may relate to simulation models.
Check the Header: Inspect the first bytes in a text editor or hex viewer:
- Readable text or XML suggests a mapping script.
- "PK" indicates a ZIP-based archive.
- Unreadable binary means specialized software is needed.
Use the Original Software: The creating program is usually required. Try Safe Software's FME Workbench, or ask the sender if uncertain.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your file into our viewer to detect its format, extract metadata, and preview contents.

Technical Data for FMI File Extension

Related files:

fmu, bz2, fmw, fds, ckb

Mime type:

application/octet-stream, audio/x-mod

an fmi Mapping File is a special file format by Safe Software Inc. and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with FMI files

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