MIDI File Extension

Programs that support MIDI files

• Windows ³²
• Mac OS ⁶
• Linux ²
• Online Services ¹

Windows

• Awave Studio
• Audacity
• Karaoke Player
• Windows Media
• Personal Composer
• Winamp
• Musicnotes Player
• ALLPlayer
• Noteworthy Player
• vanBascos Karaoke Player
• TiMidity++
• TTPlayer
• Harmony Assistant
• Capella
• TablEdit
• Guitar Pro
• Max Magic Microtuner
• MCat
• roland2midi
• abcMID
• Free MIDI to MP3 Converter
• MusiGenesis
• QuickScore Elite
• Vivaldi Gold
• MuseScore
• Minecraft Note Block Studio
• Bidule
• Noteworthy Composer
• Sibelius
• Crescendo
• FMOD Ex Programmers API
• MIDICSV Converters

Mac OS

• Audacity
• Sibelius
• Guitar Pro
• Harmony Assistant
• Apple Logic Pro
• SharpEye Music Reader

Linux

• Audacity
• Harmony Assistant

Online Services

• MIDI to TXT online converter

How to open a MIDI file?

If you’re having difficulty opening a MIDI file, it is often due to not having the correct software. To solve the problem, choose a compatible program from the list. Then follow the link to the official developer site, download the software, and install it on your device.

The most popular programs for working with MIDI files are Awave Studio, Audacity and Karaoke Player. To install the current version of Awave Studio, go directly to the official FMJ-Software website. The universal package for all operating systems is available there.

Once the process is complete, Awave Studio should take over as the default application for MIDI files.

Setting Awave Studio as default MIDI viewer

Changing the default program in Windows

1. Right-click your MIDI file, then navigate to the "Open With" option and click "Choose Another Application" to continue;
2. Choose Awave Studio from the available applications listed in the pop-up window to set it as the default application to open your MIDI file;
3. Be sure to check the "Always use this app" checkbox, and then click "OK" to confirm your selection.

Change the default app for a file type in Mac

1. Initiate a right click or use Control + left click on the desired MIDI file to open a menu where you can select various actions;
2. Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
3. At the bottom of the window, you will find the "Enable" menu. Default, will be set to "Recommended Programs";
4. Choose "All Programs" in this menu and search for Awave Studio. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.

Convert to and from MIDI

For difficult MIDI files, try converting them to formats like WAV, PNG, MP3, WMA, OGG or similar formats to improve usability.

Please note that after converting a MIDI file, some functionality may differ from the original. However, in many cases, it can be converted back to its original format.

Offline software, including Awave Studio, abcMID and MuseScore, allows smooth conversion of MIDI files while preserving original quality.

Convert MIDI to other file formats

• MIDI to ASCII
• MIDI to GP3
• MIDI to PNG
• MIDI to AAC
• MIDI to MMF
• MIDI to MID

Converting Files to MIDI Format

• VST to MIDI
• MMF to MIDI
• GP to MIDI
• SF2 to MIDI
• GTP to MIDI
• NWC to MIDI

Tips and tricks to solve problems with MIDI files

Rest assured, any issues with MIDI files can typically be addressed with simple software adjustments. See the tips below for help.

How to edit a MIDI file?

To edit MIDI files, you need to install specialized software that allows you not only to open but also to modify audio files. Online MIDI editors usually provide fewer features than software created specifically for MIDI Format.

Best MIDI editors in 2026

Based on the criteria above, here is a selection of MIDI editors you can use.