LDM File Extension

What is LDM file?

LDM is a file extension commonly associated with VolumeViz Multi-Resolution Volume Format files. Visualization Sciences Group defined the VolumeViz Multi-Resolution Volume Format format standard. Files with LDM extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Windows platform. Files with LDM extension are categorized as 3D Image Files files. The 3D Image Files subset comprises 622 various file formats. Users are advised to use VolumeViz software for managing LDM files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. VolumeViz software was developed by Visualization Sciences Group (FEI), and on its official website you may find more information about LDM files or the VolumeViz software program.

Programs which support LDM file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with LDM files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with LDM 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 LDM extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening LDM files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with LDM files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install VolumeViz software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening LDM files is that no program that can handle LDM files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download VolumeViz and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support LDM files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading VolumeViz installed is by going to developer’s website (Visualization Sciences Group (FEI)) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update VolumeViz to the latest version

If the problems with opening LDM files still occur even after installing VolumeViz, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software.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 The reason that VolumeViz cannot handle files with LDM may be that the software is outdated.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

Step 3. Associate VolumeViz Multi-Resolution Volume Format files with VolumeViz

After installing VolumeViz (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open LDM files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the LDM file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where VolumeViz is installed, check the Always use this app to open LDM files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected LDM file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with LDM extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the LDM file is complete and free of errors

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

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

Should it happed that the LDM is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. LDM file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the LDM file’s structure is intact

If the LDM file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the LDM file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the VolumeViz Multi-Resolution Volume Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle VolumeViz

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with VolumeViz Multi-Resolution Volume Format file. It may be the case that the LDM files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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