File Extension Library


.SMPX File Extension

  • Developer by: MakeMusic
  • Category: Audio Files

What are .SMPX files and how to open them?

Can't open .SMPX 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 .SMPX file.

What is a .SMPX file extension?

.SMPX file extension is created by MakeMusic. .SMPX has been classified as Audio Files.

.SMPX is SmartMusic Accompaniment File

File created by Finale, a music notation program; contains music notation data for solos, assessments, or ensembles to accompany music in the SmartMusic program; similar to a .MIDI file but with enhanced features.

To create a SMPX file:

  • Open your MIDI or .MUSX file and select File → Export → SmartMusic®.
  • Choose the type of SmartMusic file you want to create (either "Assessment," "Ensemble," or "Solo" and click Next >.
  • Depending on the type of SmartMusic file you chose, there are several different dialog boxes that you will need to complete.
  • Once you're done filling in those options, you will come to a window titled "Export SmartMusic Accompaniment - File Information." Here you will fill in the Title, Composer, and Copyright information of your accompaniment and then click Finish.
  • Finally, name your SMPX file, any tags, and choose the location to save your file, then click Save.
  • To open the SMPX file in SmartMusic, select File → Open SmartMusic Accompaniment → Finale Family Generated Files. Navigate to the location of your .SMPX file and double-click it.

    NOTE: The SMPX file was introduced in Finale 2014 to replace the .SMP file.

    List of all softwares that can open the SmartMusic Accompaniment File
    Windows
    MakeMusic Finale
    MakeMusic SmartMusic
    Mac
    MakeMusic Finale
    MakeMusic SmartMusic

    How to fix problems with .SMPX files

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