.SMX File Extension

SMX files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: SmartMusic XML File

General Information

Title SMX File Extension
Extension .smx
Full Form SmartMusic XML File
File Type Music Notation File
Developer MakeMusic
MIME Type application/xml

File Function

Primary Function Store music scores
Additional Functions Store performance data
Features Interactive, Educational

File Characteristics

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

Use Cases

Music Education Yes
Music Practice Yes
Performance Assessment Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low risk
Best Practices Regular updates, Trusted sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Associated with SmartMusic
Latest Version Varies with SmartMusic updates

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .smpx, .musx, .musicxml

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
SmartMusic Subscription Windows, Mac
Finale Paid Windows, Mac

Type 2: SourceMod Plug-in

An SMX file is a plug-in for SourceMod. SourceMod adds features to multiplayer Source games like Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. Modders create SMX files by writing SourcePawn scripts and compiling ...

General Information

Title SMX File Extension
Extension .smx
Full Form SourceMod Plugin File
File Type Compiled Plugin File
Developer AlliedModders
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Execute plugin
Additional Functions Extend functionality
Features Server-side, Event-driven

File Characteristics

Quality Precompiled code
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No

Use Cases

Game Modding Yes
Server Management Yes
Custom Game Modes Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Code execution
Best Practices Source review, trusted sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2004
Latest Version Depends on SourceMod version

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .sp, .sma, .amxx

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
SourceMod Free Windows, Linux, Mac
MetaMod: Source Free Windows, Linux, Mac
Supported Games