File Extension Database

Open MOF File

The MOF filename extension stands for Managed Object Format (MOF) and its associated file type.

The MOF file format is based on the Interface Definition Language (IDL), MOF is a text-based format and a formal language within the Microsoft Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) framework.

A MOF file is a text file that contains a series of statements in MOF syntax.

Formally, the purpose of the MOF file is to manage classes, providers, properties, and more, for a given WMI repository, by defining attributes for resources managed by WMI.

MOF files were primarily used with (legacy) Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) software, with "SMS_DEF.mof" being the default MOF file.

MOF files are modified by system administrators as needed, using a text editor.

A modified MOF file must be compiled for the changes to take effect.

MOF files are programmed in a language derived from Microsoft Visual C++ syntax.

They can be compiled into the WMI repository using the Mofcomp.exe program.

They are usually accompanied by a corresponding DLL dynamic library file, which contains the skeleton code that returns the data defined in the MOF file.

The MOF file format and compiler were developed by the Desktop Management Task Force (DMTF).

Software to open and work with a MOF file

Mofcomp.exe

How Can I Open MOF File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open MOF file is to find a MOF file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a MOF 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 MOF 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 MOF file opener then try to search online for "MOF viewer", "application to open MOF file" or "open MOF file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open MOF file

How Can I Open MOF File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a MOF file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a MOF 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 MOF file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as MOF file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open MOF file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open MOF file then try to search for "MOF viewer", "application to open MOF file" or "read MOF file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read MOF file

How Can I Open MOF File on Android

If you downloaded a MOF 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 MOF 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 "MOF".
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 "MOF viewer", "MOF 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 MOF File on iPhone or iPad

To open MOF 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 MOF 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 "MOF". This way you can find apps which can open MOF 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 "MOF viewer" or "MOF file" online in your favorite search engine.

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