Tips to open CADRG file

Can't open the CADRG file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open CADRG files as well as a list of programs that support CADRG files.

CADRG file extension

File Name Compressed ARC Raster Graphic
File Category GIS Files

The CADRG file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the CADRG files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the CADRG file on each system platform.

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What is CADRG file?

The file with the extension CADRG is the GIS Files file type. Additionally, the GIS Files category contains 255 of other files. Compressed ARC Raster Graphic appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is MapInfo. This was created by Pitney Bowes Software Inc. (MapInfo).

How to open CADRG file?

The main problem with Compressed ARC Raster Graphic is that the CADRG file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that CADRG files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the CADRG file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install MapInfo

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that MapInfo is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing MapInfo into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support CADRG files.

Programs to open CADRG file

Remember to download programs supporting CADRG files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

Step 2. Create association of MapInfo with CADRG files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the CADRG file to open in the MapInfo application, but you can set it manually. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the MapInfo application as the default for handling the CADRG file.

Step 3. Update MapInfo to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the MapInfo program, it is possible that Compressed ARC Raster Graphic requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Pitney Bowes Software Inc. (MapInfo) website and install the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the CADRG file

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the CADRG file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our CADRG file. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover CADRG files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the CADRG file. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular CADRG file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use N/A help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted CADRG files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. It is best to move CADRG to a different directory.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the CADRG file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the CADRG file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.