The table below provides some useful information about the .vmf extension. It answers questions such as:
- What is the .vmf file?
- What program do I need to open a .vmf file?
- Where can I find the specifications for .vmf?
- How can I convert .vmf file to another format?
We hope you find this page helpful and a valuable resource.
Details of extension .vmf
1 extension(s) and 0 alias(es) found in database.
Problems with .vmf files?
First check your registry for hidden errors!
| Extension: | .vmf |
|---|---|
| Type: | Valve Map File |
| Category: | Game Data |
| Mime type: | application/octet-stream |
| Description: | |
| VMF file is a Valve Map File. VMF is a proprietary format that stores raw (pre-compile) map data, used by the Valve Hammer Editor to save production-stage maps and prefabs. Valve Hammer Editor is Valve Software's map creation program for their game engine, Source. | |
| [Detailed description] [Sample not yet available] | |
| Open with: | Valve Hammer Editor |
| Program name: | |
| Related links: | |
| none | |
| Aliases: | |
| none | |
| Related extensions: | |
| bsp, dx, fuk, m8, ut2 | |
Cannot open .vmf files on your system?
When windows gives you an error message saying that it cannot open
.vmf files, this means either:
- You need to identify a program that can open the file or
- Your registry may be damaged.
RECOMMENDED:
In both cases it is strongly recommended that you
run a free scan for registry errors.









