FTM File Extension

FTM file icon

Micrografx Font Format

What is a FTM file?

The FTM extension is related to Micrografx Font Format and is classified in the Font Files category, which contains 102 files.

FTM files are supported by Windows. To others a FTM file, you can choose from 3 programs such as Micrografx Designer, iGrafx Designer and iGrafx FlowCharter.

How to open a FTM file?

If you cannot open a FTM file, it is most often due to missing software. Select a program from the list according to your operating system. Then go to the official website of the program developer, download it, and install it on your device.

Micrografx Designer, iGrafx Designer and iGrafx FlowCharter stand out as the preferred programs to manage FTM files effectively. To install the current version of Micrografx Designer, go directly to the official Micrografx website. The universal package for all operating systems is available there.

After successful installation, your operating system should seamlessly handle FTM files via Micrografx Designer.

Set Micrografx Designer as the default FTM program

Change Default Program on Mac

  1. Right click or Control + left click on the desired FTM file;
  2. Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
  3. Go to the lower section of the window, where you will find the "Enable" menu. By default, it is set to "Recommended Programs";
  4. Select "All Programs" from this menu and proceed to search for Micrografx Designer. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to set it as the default option.

Set default programs for Windows

  1. Start by right-clicking on your FTM file, then select the "Open with" option and choose "Choose another app" from the menu that appears;
  2. In the pop-up window, select the Micrografx Designer application;
  3. Check the "Always use this application" checkbox, and then click "OK" to apply the selected application as the default for opening FTM files.

Solve problems with FTM files

FTM files may present some challenges, but most can be easily addressed with minor software tweaks. See the troubleshooting tips below for guidance.

What are the ways to check if my FTM file is damaged?

FTM font files that have become corrupted may display one or more of the following symptoms:

  • The file does not respond or shows errors when opening it;
  • The file stops responding or freezes in Micrografx Designer or other programs;
  • Unexplained FTM file size inflation;
  • Actions performed on the file result in the appearance of error notifications;

Why does Micrografx Designer crash or shut down frequently?

Insufficient updates for Micrografx products can cause Micrografx Designer to crash. Be sure to regularly install the latest software updates.

Restarting your computer will solve many common problems, which is why it’s the first thing you should do before changing any settings related to the software.

Is there any specific software or utility that can help repair a damaged FTM file?

Use a recovery program to open the damaged FTM file, and in the menu, click "Repair" to start the repair operation. Wait for the recovery process to finish, allowing automatic repair of damaged font files.

Convert files to and from FTM

For difficult FTM files, try converting them to formats like PDF, MUS or similar formats to improve usability.

Be aware that converting a FTM file may reduce some features, but you can usually revert it to the original format.

Convert FTM to other file formats