CGM file format description
Many people share CGM files but don't explain how to use them. This can make it hard to know which software can open, change, or print these files. We made this page to help you understand how to work with CGM files. Here, you'll find info on software that works with these files. This includes simple programs for opening and converting them. We also share simple steps for editing these files and changing them into different formats. Whether you need to open, edit, or change a CGM file, our website has all the tips and tools you'll need to do it easily.
3 filename extension(s) found in our database:
CGM - Heroes of Might and Magic III Saved Game
The CGM game data files are related to Heroes of Might and Magic III. The CGM file is a Heroes of Might and Magic III Saved Game. Heroes of Might and Magic III is a turn-based strategic war game, set up in a classical role-playing game Environment.
| Application: | Heroes of Might and Magic III |
|---|---|
| Category: | Game Data files |
| Mime-type: | application/octet-stream |
| Magic: | - / - |
| Aliases: | - |
Heroes of Might and Magic III Saved Game related extensions:
- age3yscn Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties Scenario Data
- xarc The Longest Journey Audio Data
- hca Pro Evolution Soccer 2014 Sound
- xga Diamond Mind Baseball Account Info
CGM - Computer Graphics Metafile
The CGM graphic files are related to Vizex Reader. The CGM file is a Computer Graphics Metafile. Computer Graphics Metafile (CGM) is a file format for 2D vector graphics, raster graphics, and text, and is defined by ISO/IEC 8632.
| Application: | Vizex Reader |
|---|---|
| Category: | Graphic files |
| Mime-type: | image/cgm |
| Magic: | - / - |
| Aliases: | - |
Computer Graphics Metafile related extensions:
- pla AtariTools-800 Player Data
- cpx CinePaint XML-tagged Image
- cps Colored PostScript
- xep XenoDream Graphics Data
CGM - Altair FEKO Matrix Equation Data
The CGM data files are related to Altair FEKO. The CGM file is an Altair FEKO Matrix Equation Data. Altair Feko is a comprehensive computational electromagnetics (CEM) code used widely in the telecommunications, automobile, space and defense industries.
| Application: | Altair FEKO |
|---|---|
| Category: | Data files |
| Mime-type: | application/octet-stream |
| Magic: | - / - |
| Aliases: | - |
Altair FEKO Matrix Equation Data related extensions:
Did someone accidentally misspell the CGM filename?
The CGM filename extension may be misspelled. We compiled a list of similar file extensions to help you find errors.
Filename extensions similar to CGM:
- sgm XMetaL SGML Data
- cgl RAD Studio CodeGuard Log
- xgm eXtended Genesis Music
- cbm Color FBM Image
- fgm Autodesk 3D Studio Max Final Gather Map
- crm CHARTrunner Multi Chart Document
Windows can't open your CGM file?
When you try to open a file by double-clicking it, Windows looks at the file's name to figure out what to do. If Windows doesn't know the file type, it'll ask you to choose an app to open this CGM file.
To set the CGM file association in Windows 11, you can follow these steps
- Open the Settings app by clicking on the Start menu and selecting the gear icon.
- In the Settings app, click on System and then select Apps from the left-hand side menu.
- Scroll down and click on the Default apps option.
- In the Default apps section, you will find various categories. They include Email, Web browser, and Music player.
- Locate the category that matches the file type you want to associate. For example, choose Photos for image files, or Video player for video files.
- Click on the current default app listed under the category. A list of available apps will appear.
- Choose the app you want to set as the default for that file type. If the app you want is not listed, click on More apps to see more options. Or, click on Look for an app in the Microsoft Store to search for apps.
- After selecting the app, it will become the default choice for opening files of that type.
It's worth mentioning that you don't always need to set CGM file association. Many apps can open files. They don't need a specific file association to be set.
Handle CGM files with care
Exercise caution when handling CGM files from unknown sources. Files from certain sources can threaten your computer's security. They might contain malware, viruses, or harmful software. To minimize risks, avoid downloading or opening unfamiliar CGM files. Use trusted antivirus software to scan files from unknown sources before opening.
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