RMS File

What are RMS files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a RMS 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 RMS file?

Files that contain the .rms file extension are most commonly associated with the RiverCAD data files. These files belong to an application known as Boss RMS.

The Boss RMS software is a river modeling application, commonly used by engineers. The river maps that are created by engineers using this software are saved with the .rms file suffix.

The .rms file extension is also used by the RealMedia media software. The RMS files used by this application contain secure media files. This RMS file format is similar to the RM file format, but the RMS file format supports digital rights management features.

How to open RMS files

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

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

Last updated: February 24, 2023

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of RMS files. Remember, different programs may use RMS 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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