YM File Extension
Atari ST Audio Format
- File Type ym
- Developer Atari
- Popularity
- Application Winamp
- Category Audio Files
- Format Binary
What is a YM file?
Files with the YM extension are specifically tied to Atari ST Audio Format, a Audio Files type, and there are 667 files in this category.
The Atari ST Audio Format (YM) was developed by Atari, which created file format and 11 programs to work with them.
YM file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows and Mac OS. To play a YM file, you can choose from 2 programs such as Winamp and Audio Overload.
File Signature
HEX code: 59 4D 53 54 80 00 59. ASCII code: YMST..Y.
How to open a YM file?
If you cannot open a YM 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.
Thanks to their popularity, Winamp and Audio Overload are often the go-to programs for managing YM files. If you need the newest version of Winamp, just access the Radionomy website. From there you can download the installer compatible with all systems.
Once Winamp is installed, the OS should configure it as the default tool for opening YM files.
Make Winamp the default YM viewer
Change the default app to open files on Mac
- Right click or use Control + Left Click on the desired YM file to access a dropdown menu of actions;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- Towards the bottom of the window, find the "Enable" menu, which is already set to the default option, "Recommended Programs";
- In this menu, select "All Programs" and search for Winamp. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default option.
Change a default app in Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your YM file, then select the "Open with" option and choose "Choose another app" from the menu that appears;
- Inside the popup window, scroll through the list of applications and specifically choose Winamp as the application to associate with your YM file;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK".
Finding answers to YM file problems
If YM files are giving you trouble, small modifications to your software can help. Check out the troubleshooting tips below to fix these issues.
What can lead to sudden Winamp crashes?
Insufficient updates for Radionomy products can cause Winamp to crash. Be sure to regularly install the latest software updates.
A computer restart is often the key to solving numerous common problems. That’s why, it is recommended to restart the computer before making any changes to the software settings.
What is the recommended approach to repair a damaged YM file?
Use a recovery program to open the damaged YM file, and in the menu, click "Repair" to start the repair operation. Wait for the recovery process to finish as it will automatically restore the damaged audio files.
What are the ways to check if my YM file is damaged?
Characteristics of corrupted YM audio files can include:
- The file encounters problems during the opening process or shows error indications;
- The file causes Winamp or other software to hang or crash during various operations;
- An unexplained increase in the size of the YM file;
- Actions performed on the file result in the appearance of error notifications;