KSM File Extension

What is KSM file?

KSM filename suffix is mostly used for Ken Silverman Music Format files. Ken Silverman defined the Ken Silverman Music Format format standard. Files with KSM extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. KSM file format, along with 771 other file formats, belongs to the Audio Files category. The software recommended for managing KSM files is Winamp. Winamp software was developed by Radionomy, and on its official website you may find more information about KSM files or the Winamp software program.

Programs which support KSM file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support KSM files. Files with KSM extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with KSM extension?

Being unable to open files with KSM extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Ken Silverman Music Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with KSM files.

Step 1. Install Winamp software

Problems with opening and working with KSM files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with KSM files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Winamp and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Winamp installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Radionomy website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Winamp and update if needed

If the problems with opening KSM files still occur even after installing Winamp, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Winamp is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Winamp installed, it may not support KSM format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Winamp.

Step 3. Set the default application to open KSM files to Winamp

If you have the latest version of Winamp installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage KSM on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the KSM with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Winamp is installed, check the Always use this app to open KSM files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with KSM extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with KSM extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the KSM is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the KSM file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The KSM may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the KSM is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the KSM file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the KSM file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the KSM file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with KSM extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Ken Silverman Music Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Winamp

If the systems has insufficient resources to open KSM files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Ken Silverman Music Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the KSM files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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