BOM File Extension
Mac OS X Bill Of Materials Format
- File Type bom
- Developer Apple
- Popularity
- Application macOS X
- Category System Files
- Format Binary
What is a BOM file?
Files with the BOM extension are specifically tied to Mac OS X Bill Of Materials Format, a System Files type, and there are 251 files in this category.
With the creation of the Mac OS X Bill Of Materials Format (BOM), Apple introduced file format along with 72 programs built for their use.
BOM file support extends to various operating systems, including Mac OS. You can others a BOM file using one of 3 programs, for example macOS X, macOS and Xcode.
How to open a BOM file?
The most common reason why a BOM file cannot be opened is the absence of required software. To fix this, select a compatible program from the list. Then visit the official developer website via the provided link, download the program, and install it on your system.
Thanks to their popularity, macOS X, macOS and Xcode are often the go-to programs for managing BOM files. To install the updated version of macOS X, simply go to the Apple site and download the installer compatible with all major platforms.
After setup, the operating system should recognize BOM files and link them with macOS X.
Set macOS X to open BOM by default
Change default apps on Mac
- Right-click or use Control + Left-click on the desired BOM file to access the file’s context menu;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- Scroll down to the bottom of the window, and there you will find the "Enable" menu. The default selection is "Recommended Programs";
- Choose "All Programs" within this menu and locate macOS X. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to set it as the default program.
Change a default app in Windows
- Start the process by right-clicking on your BOM file and selecting "Open With". From there, click "Choose another app" to continue;
- Find the macOS X application in the pop-up window and select it as your preferred program;
- Select the "Always use this application" check box and click "OK" to save your selection as the default application for opening BOM files.
Easy BOM Troubleshooting
BOM files can sometimes be tricky, but minor software adjustments usually resolve the issues. Refer to the tips below for guidance.
Why does macOS X stop responding or crash intermittently?
Lack of regular software updates can cause macOS X to crash. Make sure you have installed the latest updates for Apple products.
Restarting your computer is often an effective solution to resolve various common problems. Therefore, it is recommended to do so before making any changes to the software configuration.
What are the best practices for repairing a BOM file that has gone bad?
Start a recovery program, open the damaged BOM file and then select the "Repair" menu item to start the repair procedure. Please wait patiently for the recovery process to finish as it will automatically repair the damaged system files.
How can I confirm if my BOM file has been damaged?
Characteristics of corrupted BOM system files can include:
- Trying to work with the archive in macOS X or other programs causes instability or program crashes;
- The file does not open correctly or displays error messages;
- An unexplained increase in the size of the BOM file;
- The file operation is accompanied by the display of error messages;