File Extension Library


.OFM File Extension

  • Developer by: Nuance Communications
  • Category: Data Files

What are .OFM files and how to open them?

Can't open .OFM file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .OFM file.

What is a .OFM file extension?

.OFM file extension is created by Nuance Communications. .OFM has been classified as Data Files.

.OFM is OmniForm Form

Form saved in the "intelligent" OmniForm format, a proprietary format used by OmniForm scanning and OCR software; can be filled out using OmniForm Filler, included with the OmniForm program.

The OFM format supports digital signatures, attachments, field validation, calculations, and automatic form fill from previously entered data.

OmniForm was originally developed by ScanSoft, which merged with Nuance Communications in 2005.

File Type 2 Melco Embroidery File
Developer by: Melco Category: Data Files

Embroidery file saved in the Melco's proprietary embroidery format; contains sewing machine instructions for stitching a graphic onto a piece of fabric, such as a cloth or t-shirt.

OFM files contain instructions such as needle placement, direction, and movement. They are similar to .DST files, but also support color information. Therefore, they may contain color change instructions as well.

NOTE: The OFM format is supported by Zazzle's custom embroidery service, as long as the design does not contain more than ten colors.

List of all softwares that can open the Melco Embroidery File
Windows
Melco DesignShop

How to fix problems with .OFM files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .OFM files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .OFM file format
  2. You need to check the .OFM file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)