.SIM File Extension

SIM files exist as 7 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Steam Game Backup Information File

General Information

Title SIM File Extension
Extension .sim
Full Form Steam Game Backup Information File
File Type Game Backup File
Developer Valve Corporation
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store metadata
Additional Functions Facilitate restoration
Features Backup integrity, Game identification

File Characteristics

Quality Binary format
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No

Use Cases

Game Backup Yes
Game Restoration Yes
Data Transfer Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Minimal
Best Practices Verify files, Backup regularly

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Circa Steam launch
Latest Version Dependent on Steam updates

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .gcf, .acf, .vdf

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Steam Client Free Windows, Mac, Linux

Type 2: SAP Tutor File

General Information

Title SIM File Extension
Extension .sim
Full Form SAP Tutor File
File Type Multimedia File
Developer SAP
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Interactive tutorial
Additional Functions Training simulation, Screen recording

File Characteristics

Quality High, Interactive
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes, SAP Tutor tools

Use Cases

Corporate Training Yes
Software Demonstration Yes
Educational Material Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Executable content
Best Practices Trusted sources, Updated software

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Unknown
Latest Version Dependent on SAP software updates

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .ppt, .pdf, .exe

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
SAP Tutor Player Licensed Windows
SAP Tutor Personal Producer Licensed Windows
SAP Tutor Recorder Licensed Windows

Type 3: SimLab Composer Scene

SimLab composer supports importing various 3D formats to build scenes. It can also export the scenes into other file formats. SimLab Composer is easy to use with short learning curves. Short tutorials...

General Information

Title .SIM File Extension
Extension .sim
Full Form SimLab Composer Scene File
File Type 3D Scene File
Developer Simulation Lab Software
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store 3D scenes
Additional Functions Animation, Simulation
Features 3D model data, Textures, Lighting

File Characteristics

Quality High (3D content)
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency Yes
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Architectural Visualization Yes
Product Design Yes
Interactive 3D Yes
Educational Purposes Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Regular updates, Verified sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Unknown
Latest Version Varies with SimLab Composer version

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .slp, .3d, .obj, .stl, .fbx

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
SimLab Composer Paid, Free trial Windows, Mac

Type 4: Aurora Image

SIM files are the Aurora image format. These files are rare nowadays. Most image viewers cannot open SIM files. You can open a SIM file with XnViewMP. To open, select File → Open from the program me...

General Information

Title SIM File Extension
Extension .sim
Full Form Aurora Image File
File Type Raster Image File
Developer Aurora
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store image
Additional Functions Simulation data
Features High-resolution, Proprietary format

File Characteristics

Quality High
Supports Layers Unknown
Supports Transparency No
Editable With Aurora

Use Cases

Scientific Research Yes
Data Analysis Yes
Simulation Imaging Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks File corruption
Best Practices Regular backups

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Unknown
Latest Version Unknown

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .tif, .bmp, .png

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Aurora Software Commercial Windows

Type 5: The Sims 3 Sim File

The SIM file contains custom content for The Sims 3 game. Extract the SIM file from the ZIP or RAR archive using a program like WinZip. Then place the extracted file here: Windows XP: My Documents\E...

General Information

Title SIM File Extension
Extension .sim
Full Form The Sims 3 Sim File
File Type Game File
Developer Electronic Arts
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store character data
Additional Functions Character sharing, customization
Features Binary format, Encoded data

File Characteristics

Quality Highly detailed
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable With tools

Use Cases

Gameplay Yes
Character Customization Yes
Content Sharing Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Modding risks
Best Practices Scan for malware, Use reputable sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2009
Latest Version Depends on game updates

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .sims3pack, .package, .blueprint

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
The Sims 3 Paid Windows, macOS
The Sims 4 Paid Windows, macOS
Sims3Pack Multi Installer Free Windows

Type 6: LogikSim Simulation File

Opening a SIM file allows you to play the simulation or game. To open a SIM file with Stagecast Creator, open the program. Then select to open a SIM file and navigate to it. To extract assets, rename ...

General Information

Title .SIM File Extension
Extension .sim
Full Form LogikSim Simulation File
File Type Simulation File
Developer LogikSim
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store simulation
Additional Functions Preserve circuit state, Save project
Features Binary format, Encapsulates data

File Characteristics

Quality High integrity
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable With LogikSim

Use Cases

Circuit Design Yes
Educational Purposes Yes
Simulation Testing Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low risk
Best Practices Regular updates, Backup files

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Unknown
Latest Version Dependent on software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .circ, .lgi, .sch

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
LogikSim Free Cross-platform

Type 7: Stagecast Creator Simulation

General Information

Title SIM File Extension
Extension .sim
Full Form Stagecast Creator Simulation File
File Type Simulation File
Developer Stagecast Software, Inc.
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store simulation
Additional Functions Interactive playback, Educational content
Features Visual programming, Kid-friendly

File Characteristics

Quality Highly interactive
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Educational Software Yes
Game Development Yes
Storytelling Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Regular updates, Safe source

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Late 1990s
Latest Version Update information not available

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .cst, .ds

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Stagecast Creator Commercial Windows, Mac