CGM File Extension

CGM file extension is created by Developer, also known as Computer Graphics Metafile. CGM has been classified as Vector Image Files. This file is saved in a binary or plain text format. If in a plain text format, you can open and render the contents of this file in a Text Editor. You can open CGM files in IMSI TurboCAD Pro program.

Computer Graphics Metafile File Type

Computer Graphics Metafile File Type

Extension	.cgm
Developer	Not Available
Popularity	Very Common Common Average Uncommon Rare 5.0 (116 Votes) Thank you for voting!Already voted, thanks!
Mime Type	image/cgm
Default Program	IMSI TurboCAD Pro
Category	Vector Image Files
Format	Text and Binary
Updated	12/1/2024

What is a CGM File Type?

The coding of CGM files is done according to the following three methods.

Free online CGM Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .CGM (Computer Graphics Metafile) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to CGM, merge, split and compare the CGM files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

CGM Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Computer Graphics Metafile .CGM File Extensions while opening the .CGM files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open CGM Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Computer Graphics Metafile on your system such as IMSI TurboCAD Pro.
2. Associate default Imsi Turbocad Pro IMSI TurboCAD Pro program for *.cgm (Computer Graphics Metafile) files.
   
   

   Associate CGM Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.CGM (e.g example.cgm) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Imsi Turbocad Pro IMSI TurboCAD Pro program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .cgm files.
   
   

   Associate CGM Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.CGM (e.g example.cgm) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Imsi Turbocad Pro IMSI TurboCAD Pro program Or other appropriate program that you want.
   3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
   4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .IMSI TurboCAD Pro extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related CGM File Extensions

CGM default file extension is .CGM and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for CGM File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the CGM files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Open CGM File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	CADSoftTools ABViewer 10 for Windows	Commercial	CADSoftTools
	Apple AppleWorks 9 for Windows	Commercial	Apple
	Aspose Aspose.Total for .NET 16.3.0 for Windows	Commercial	Aspose
	Autodesk AutoCAD 2020 for Windows	Commercial	Autodesk
	ACD Systems Canvas X 2019 for Windows	Commercial	ACD Systems
	Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2020 for Windows	Commercial	Corel
	Adobe FreeHand 11 for Windows	Commercial	Adobe
	Adobe Illustrator 2020 for Windows	Commercial	Adobe
	IMSI TurboCAD Pro 000 for Windows	Free Trial	IMSI TurboCAD Pro
	IrfanView 4 for Windows	Freeware	IrfanView
	Corel PaintShop Pro 2021 for Windows	Commercial	Corel
	Corel Presentations 2020 for Windows	Commercial	Corel
	IMSI TurboCAD PRO PLATINUM 2018 for Windows	Commercial	IMSI
	Microsoft Word 365 for Windows	Commercial	Microsoft

Open CGM File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	Apple AppleWorks 9 for MacOs	Commercial	Apple
	Autodesk AutoCAD 2020 for MacOs	Commercial	Autodesk
	Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2020 for MacOs	Commercial	Corel
	Adobe FreeHand 11 for MacOs	Commercial	Adobe
	Adobe Illustrator 2020 for MacOs	Commercial	Adobe
	Corel PaintShop Pro 2021 for MacOs	Commercial	Corel
	IMSI TurboCAD for Mac DELUXE V10 for MacOs	Commercial	IMSI
	Microsoft Word 365 for MacOs	Commercial	Microsoft

Open CGM file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer

Open CGM file on Web

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Open CGM file on iOS

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Open CGM file on Android

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About Licensing

1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
3. Free⁺ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

About CGM - Computer Graphics Metafile

Updated 12/1/2024

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