I cannot open a RTM file. What should I do? Help!

Virtually anyone has encountered some problems with opening unknown files while working on a computer. It can be very frustrating. Yet such problems, not only with RTM files, can be addressed in a standard way. Follow the steps below and we can guarantee that your problem with opening RTM will be resolved!

RTM File Extension

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  • File type LabVIEW Run-Time Menu Format
  • File developer National Instruments
  • File category Misc Files
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What is a(n) RTM file?

The RTM extension is assigned to files to which the so-called virtual instruments. They are used to visualize the functions and operations performed, and also provide a menu serving application elements and user settings. The format was created by LabVIEW - measurement software.

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How to open RTM file?

If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with RTM extension, it is highly probable that no program that supports given files is installed on the users’ system. Below is a list of actions user should pursue in order to resolve most common problems.

Step 1. Download and install application that supports RTM files

After the application has been installed, the system should automatically open RTM files with given application. Below is the list of relevant programs along with operating systems they are available for:

Programs that support RTM files

Windows programs
Windows
MAC OS programs
MAC OS
Linux programs
Linux

Step 2. Verify whether RTM files are associated with appropriate software

It is possible that an application that supports RTM files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with RTM files (right-click on the file icon → PropertiesGeneral Tab → In submenu "Open with" and click on "Change" button. System will display a list of suggested programs that support RTM files. Choose the application by checking the box "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files". System will store this information in its registry and use it to open RTM files with the selected program.

Changing RTM file association in registry

File association for RTM files can be edited manually by editing appropriate entry in Windows System Registry. However, it is discouraged as it may introduce errors to registry if not done properly and may even damage the system.

Step 3. Check RTM file for other errors

  • RTM file was not copied properly from storage medium.
  • Antivirus application prevents opening RTM files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected RTM file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
  • For RTM files downloaded from the internet it is advised to check if the file has been downloaded completely and is not corrupted. If not, the file should be re-downloaded.

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