SMPS File Extension

What is SMPS file?

SMPS is a file extension commonly associated with LINDO API files. LINDO API format was developed by LINDO SYSTEMS. SMPS files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. SMPS file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular software that supports SMPS files is LINDO API. On the official website of LINDO SYSTEMS developer not only will you find detailed information about theLINDO API software, but also about SMPS and other supported file formats.

Programs which support SMPS file extension

The following listing features SMPS-compatible programs. SMPS files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with SMPS extension?

Problems with accessing SMPS may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with SMPS files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the LINDO API

Problems with opening and working with SMPS files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with SMPS files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install LINDO API. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading LINDO API installed is by going to developer’s website (LINDO SYSTEMS) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of LINDO API

You still cannot access SMPS files although LINDO API is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that LINDO API cannot handle files with SMPS may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of LINDO API should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open SMPS files to LINDO API

If you have the latest version of LINDO API installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SMPS on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the SMPS file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where LINDO API is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open SMPS files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected SMPS file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with SMPS extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the SMPS is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the SMPS file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the SMPS in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the SMPS is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the SMPS file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with SMPS extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the SMPS file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with SMPS extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 LINDO API file.

4. Check whether your system can handle LINDO API

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with SMPS extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with LINDO API files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with SMPS files affecting older versions of given software.

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