Tips to open ERS file
Can't open the ERS file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open ERS files as well as a list of programs that support ERS files.
ERS file extension
| File Name |
ER Mapper Data Format |
| File Developer |
ERDAS |
| File Category |
GIS Files |
The ERS file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the ERS files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the ERS file on each system platform.
What is ERS file?
The file in the ERS format belongs to the GIS Files category. The author of this format is ERDAS. GIS Files consists of 255 similar files. ER Mapper Data Format appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Linux, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. Alternatively, you can use 4 other programs. ArcGIS Desktop, GDAL, Geomatica will apply when it is not possible to use ER Mapper.
How to open ERS file?
The most common problem when using ER Mapper Data Format is that a specific ERS is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that ERS files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the ERS 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 ER Mapper
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that ER Mapper is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name ER Mapper into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support ERS files.
Programs to open ERS file
Remember to download programs supporting ERS files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of ER Mapper with ERS files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the ERS file still does not use the ER Mapper program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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 ER Mapper application as the default for handling the ERS file.
Step 3. Update ER Mapper to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the ER Mapper program, it is possible that ER Mapper Data Format requires a newer version of the program.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the ERS 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:
The ERS file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the ERS file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the ERS file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected ERS files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the ERS 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.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged ERS files.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted ERS files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
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 ERS to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file ERS to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the ERS file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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