File Extension Database

Open SMX File

SMX files are predominantly used as macro files by systems like Adobe Flash and Microsoft Systems Management Server. They can also be audio files for devices like SampleTank and CASIO keyboards, or schedule files for apps like SMART Technologies' Meeting. Here's a bit more insight on the different formats and how to open/use them.

Adobe Flash - ActionScript Communication Files

SMX files can be used by Adobe Flash as ActionScript Communication files which facilitate interplay between different SWF files. The most common software to interact with these is Adobe Animate. Animate opens these SMX files and utilizes them to manage the interaction between different SWFs on your project seamlessly. Adobe officially ended support for Flash at the end of 2020, but users with existing software can still open and use these files.

Microsoft Systems Management Server - Compiled Package Definition File

Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) uses SMX files as Compiled Package Definition Files. SMS is a tool for managing a large number of Windows based systems - PCs and servers alike. The original software has been redesigned as part of the Microsoft Endpoint Manager suite bearing a new name - Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager. To view or modify the contents of an SMX file in this context, using Endpoint Configuration Manager or other Microsoft management tools is advised.

IK Multimedia SampleTank - Sound eXchange File

SMX file can hold audio files to be used on IK Multimedia's SampleTank platform. The SampleTank is a powerful sound workstation designed to create and edit professional audio compositions. You can simply import the SMX file into SampleTank by going to the file menu and selecting import.

CASIO Keyboards - Standard MIDI File

SMX extension is associated as a synonym for a Standard MIDI file for CASIO keyboards. MIDI files store notes that musical instruments can play, unlike traditional music files like MP3 that store sound. Importing SMX/MIDI files can be typically done through the file management options on the keyboard.

SMART Technologies - Meeting Pro File

In SMART Technologies' Meeting Pro software, SMX files are used as the default save and open type for schedule files. Meeting Pro is designed to streamline the process of planning, executing and reviewing meetings. The SMART Technologies� Meeting Pro application can be used to open and use these SMX files.

SMX File - Important Information

SMX file extension is being used with multiple software from musical instruments to system management platforms. Opening and using SMX files can be accomplished by different software depending on the file type, which can range from Adobe Animate for Flash related tasks, Microsoft Endpoint Manager for SMS related tasks, to music workstation like SampleTank or CASIO keyboards for audio related files, and finally SMART Technologies' Meeting Pro for schedule files.

Always remember, before trying to open an SMX file, it's important to understand what type of file you are dealing with and accordingly use apt software to avoid data corruption or system issues.

How Can I Open SMX File on Windows

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

How Can I Open SMX File on Mac OS

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

How Can I Open SMX File on Android

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

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

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