File Extension Database

Open OFM File

OFM extension files have to typical utilities, namely:

OmniForm Form

The OFM file is a form saved in the "smart" OmniForm format, hence the acronym OFM, which is a proprietary format used by OmniForm and OCR scanning software.

The OFM format can be filled with OmniForm Filler, included in the OmniForm program.

The OFM format supports digital signatures, file attachments, field validation, calculations, and automatic form filling from previously entered data.

OmniForm was originally developed by ScanSoft, which merged with Nuance Communications in 2005.

Melco Embroidery File

In this case, the OFM format file is a type of embroidery file saved in Melco's proprietary embroidery format.

OFM contains sewing machine instructions, such as needle placement, direction, and movement, for sewing a graphic onto a piece of fabric, such as a fabric or a T-shirt.

OFM files are similar to DST files, but they also support color information, which is why they can also contain color change instructions.

The OFM format is compatible with Zazzle's custom embroidery service as long as the design contains no more than ten colors.

Software to open an OFM file

Due to the diversity of the type of format, the first step, before opening an OFM file, is to make sure of the format that makes it up, then, you must have one of the following software packages:

How Can I Open OFM File on Windows

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

How Can I Open OFM File on Mac OS

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

How Can I Open OFM File on Android

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

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

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