File Extension Library


.WINMD File Extension

  • Developer by: Microsoft
  • Category: Developer Files

What are .WINMD files and how to open them?

Can't open .WINMD 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 .WINMD file.

What is a .WINMD file extension?

.WINMD file extension is created by Microsoft. .WINMD has been classified as Developer Files.

.WINMD is Windows Metadata File

File created using the Microsoft Interface Definition Language (MIDL); contains metadata that represents the API for customized Windows Runtime components; written in the DLL file format but does not have to contain code like traditional .DLL files; its format is used by the .NET framework.

To create the WINMD file, use the MIDLRT compiler.

WINMD files are located in C:\Windows\System32\WinMetadata\.

List of all softwares that can open the Windows Metadata File
Windows
Microsoft Visual Studio 2017

How to fix problems with .WINMD files

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