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HMT File Extension

HighMAT Format
  • Developer
    Microsoft and Panasonic
  • Category
  • Popularity
    3.5 (4 votes)

What is HMT file?

Files with the extension HMT belong to the category of multimedia files.

Content of files with the HMT extension included multimedia stored using High Performance Media Access Technology. This was created to enable the recording of audio and video data on optical discs, which could be easily read by most players. Currently, this technology is no longer supported, hence files with the HMT extension are very rarely encountered.

Programs which support HMT file extension

The following listing features HMT-compatible programs. Files with HMT 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.

Programs that support HMT file

Updated: 03/11/2024

How to open file with HMT extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening HMT files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with HMT extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install HighMAT Extension

Install software to open HMT file Problems with opening and working with HMT files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with HMT files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select HighMAT Extension or one of the recommended programs (for example, Windows Media Player) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download HighMAT Extension installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of HighMAT Extension and update if needed

Update software that support file extension HMTIf the problems with opening HMT files still occur even after installing HighMAT Extension, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of HighMAT Extension is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why HMT files are not compatible with HighMAT Extension. The latest version of HighMAT Extension should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate HighMAT Format files with HighMAT Extension

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

Associate software with HMT file on Windows

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

  • Clicking the HMT with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the 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 HighMAT Extension is installed, check the Always use this app to open HMT files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button
Associate software with HMT file on Mac

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

  • By clicking right mouse button on the selected HMT 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
  • If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with HMT extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the HMT for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the HMT file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

Check HMT file for viruses
1. The HMT may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the HMT 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 scanner detected that the HMT file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the HMT 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 HMT file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run HighMAT Extension

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support HMT files. Close all running programs and try opening the HMT file.

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 HighMAT Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle HMT files.

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