.SM File Extension

SM files exist as 4 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: SMath Studio Document

The .sm file extension has four related file types. The SMath Studio document file is created by SMath Studio. This math program has a paper-like interface and can contain equations, text, and graphs....

General Information

Title SMath Studio Document
Extension .sm
Full Form SMath Studio Workspace File
File Type Mathematical Document
Developer Andrey Ivashov
MIME Type application/x-smath

File Function

Primary Function Mathematical calculations
Additional Functions Data visualization, Algorithm design
Features Interactive, Supports plugins

File Characteristics

Quality High precision
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Educational Purposes Yes
Engineering Calculations Yes
Scientific Research Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Regular updates, Plugin verification

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2006
Latest Version Check official site

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .nb, .m, .mathematica

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
SMath Studio Free Windows, Linux, macOS, Android

Type 2: StepMania Song File

General Information

Title SM File Extension
Extension .sm
Full Form StepMania Song File
File Type Game Data File
Developer StepMania
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store song data
Additional Functions Sync music, Define steps
Features Text-based, Modifiable

File Characteristics

Quality Depends on content
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Rhythm Gaming Yes
Dance Practice Yes
Custom Creations Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Validate content, Use trusted sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2001
Latest Version Dependent on StepMania version

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .ssc, .dwi, .osu

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
StepMania Free Windows, Mac, Linux

Type 3: Space Engine 3D Mesh File

Add ship script. Run Space Engine. Load and save OBJ as SM file. Remove OBJ file after creating SM. To update model, delete SM. Repeat with new OBJ. NOTE: Load SMs via .SC files. SM filenames: mode...

General Information

Title SM File Extension
Extension .sm
Full Form Space Engine 3D Mesh File
File Type 3D Model File
Developer Space Engine
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store 3D models
Additional Functions Texture mapping, Animation
Features High detail, Customizable

File Characteristics

Quality High resolution
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency Yes
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Astronomy Education Yes
Gaming Possible
Simulation Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Verify source, Regular backups

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Unknown
Latest Version Corresponds to Space Engine version

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .obj, .fbx, .dae

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Space Engine Free, Paid versions Windows

Type 4: SpaceMonger Scan File

Load OBJ file. Save as SM file. After creating SM file, remove OBJ file. To update model, delete SM file. Repeat with new OBJ file. NOTE: Load SM files in Space Engine through SC files. Open SM fil...

General Information

Title SM File Extension
Extension .sm
Full Form SpaceMonger Scan File
File Type Data File
Developer Werkema
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store scan data
Additional Functions Visualization, Analysis
Features Mapping usage, Hierarchical

File Characteristics

Quality High accuracy
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No

Use Cases

Disk Analysis Yes
Space Management Yes
Resource Optimization Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low risk
Best Practices Regular scans, Storage cleanup

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Unknown
Latest Version Varies with software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .txt, .csv, .log

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
SpaceMonger Paid Windows