WSMDI File Extension

What is WSMDI file?

Full format name of files that use WSMDI extension is Microsoft Visual Studio Test List. Microsoft Visual Studio Test List format was developed by Microsoft Corporation. WSMDI file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. WSMDI file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The software recommended for managing WSMDI files is Microsoft Visual Studio. Microsoft Visual Studio software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about WSMDI files or the Microsoft Visual Studio software program.

Programs which support WSMDI file extension

Programs that can handle WSMDI files are as follows. WSMDI 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 WSMDI extension?

Problems with accessing WSMDI may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with WSMDI 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. Install Microsoft Visual Studio software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WSMDI files is that no program that can handle WSMDI files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Microsoft Visual Studio. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WSMDI files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Microsoft Visual Studio website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Microsoft Visual Studio

If you already have Microsoft Visual Studio installed on your systems and WSMDI files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Microsoft Visual Studio cannot handle files with WSMDI may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Microsoft Visual Studio is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open WSMDI files to Microsoft Visual Studio

After installing Microsoft Visual Studio (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open WSMDI files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the WSMDI file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Visual Studio installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open WSMDI files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with WSMDI extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 WSMDI extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the WSMDI is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper WSMDI file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the WSMDI file for viruses or malware

If the WSMDI is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the WSMDI file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the WSMDI file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the WSMDI 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. When downloading the file with WSMDI extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative 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 Microsoft Visual Studio Test List file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Visual Studio

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Microsoft Visual Studio Test List file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle WSMDI files.

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