RMI File Type

- The quick facts

What are RMI files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a RMI file or just wondering what they contain? We explain what these files are used for and show you software that we know can open or otherwise handle your files.

What is a RMI file?

A .RMI file is a RIFF MIDI Music file.

Files with the .rmi file extension is a special type of MIDI music file originally invented by Microsoft.

This type of file makes it possible to bundle together MIDI files, which contains the notes of the music, and sound files. Normally MIDI files do not contain audio, but merely the notes needed for a digital music device like a synthesizer to playback the song, using any instrument chosen by the user of the device.

How to open RMI files

Important: Different programs may use files with the RMI file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your RMI file is, you may need to try a few different programs.

While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested 10 different RMI openers which you will find listed below.

Last updated: February 25, 2022

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of RMI files. Remember, different programs may use RMI files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.

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