File Extension Database

Open MIM File

File extension MIM is most commonly associated with Multi-Purpose Internet Mail Extension (MIME) files, which are used when attachments are sent via E-Mail. MIM files are based on a standard method of message encoding, which allows E-Mails containing attachments to be interpreted and displayed properly by the majority of popular E-Mail clients.

MIM and MIME files are the same, with the only difference being the abbreviated file extension. When an E-Mail is composed with attached files, these are added to an MIM file, which is essentially a standard container used for sending attachments over the Internet. Upon receipt, the contents of the MIM file are automatically extracted by the recipient's E-Mail client to reveal the attachments. In most circumstances the MIM file is never seen by the user as the majority of E-Mail clients fully support the MIME standard.

The MIM container allows E-Mail and attachments which include 8-bit data to be sent via the Internet, such as E-Mail messages containing non-Western character sets. Additionally, MIM files are simply compressed archives, so can be opened manually if the recipient's E-Mail client does not support MIME attachments. However, the contents of a MIM file cannot be determined without it first being opened, and should be scanned with up to date anti-virus software prior to opening as they could potentially contain malware such as viruses or spyware.

In most cases, the opening of MIM files will be done automatically by an E-Mail application such as Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird, which will display the original message along with any attachments in their original format. However, if necessary a MIM file can be opened and the original attachments extracted using an archiving tool such as Corel WinZip or Smith Micro StuffIt or Expander, the latter of which is available on both Windows and Mac.

How Can I Open MIM File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open MIM file is to find a MIM file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a MIM file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open MIM file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as MIM file opener then try to search online for "MIM viewer", "application to open MIM file" or "open MIM file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open MIM file

How Can I Open MIM File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a MIM file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a MIM file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with MIM file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as MIM file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open MIM file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open MIM file then try to search for "MIM viewer", "application to open MIM file" or "read MIM file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read MIM file

How Can I Open MIM File on Android

If you downloaded a MIM file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded MIM file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "MIM".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "MIM viewer", "MIM file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open MIM File on iPhone or iPad

To open MIM File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the MIM file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "MIM". This way you can find apps which can open MIM files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "MIM viewer" or "MIM file" online in your favorite search engine.