OMFI File Extension

What is OMFI file?

OMFI filename suffix is mostly used for Open Media Framework files. Files with OMFI extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with OMFI extension are categorized as Audio Files files. The Audio Files subset comprises 771 various file formats. Pro Tools supports OMFI files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 3 other tools may also be used. Software named Pro Tools was created by Avid Technology, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and OMFI files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support OMFI file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support OMFI files. Files with OMFI suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with OMFI extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening OMFI files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with OMFI 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. Install Pro Tools software

Problems with opening and working with OMFI files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with OMFI files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Pro Tools or one to the listed programs: Avid Media Composer, Apple Logic Pro, Digidesign Pro Tools LE. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Pro Tools installed is by going to developer’s website (Avid Technology, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Pro Tools

You still cannot access OMFI files although Pro Tools is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Pro Tools cannot handle files with OMFI may be that the software is outdated.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 Pro Tools.

Step 3. Associate Open Media Framework files with Pro Tools

After installing Pro Tools (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open OMFI files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the OMFI file
• 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 Pro Tools is installed, check the Always use this app to open OMFI files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the OMFI file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with OMFI extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the OMFI for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the OMFI file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the OMFI file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the OMFI 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. OMFI file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the OMFI file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with OMFI 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Open Media Framework file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Pro Tools

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

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

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

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