Tips to open GMC file
Can't open the GMC file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open GMC files as well as a list of programs that support GMC files.
GMC file extension
| File Name |
Global Mapper Catalog |
| File Developer |
Global Mapper Software LLC |
| File Category |
GIS Files |
The GMC file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the GMC files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the GMC file on each system platform.
What is GMC file?
The file with the extension GMC is the GIS Files file type. It was designed by Global Mapper Software LLC. GIS Files consists of 255 similar files. Global Mapper Catalog is most often found on 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The Global Mapper application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Global Mapper Software LLC.
How to open GMC file?
An often recurring problem with Global Mapper Catalog is that GMC is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that GMC files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the GMC 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 Global Mapper
The first step is to check if the computer has the Global Mapper program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Global Mapper in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open GMC files.
Programs to open GMC file
Remember to download programs supporting GMC files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Global Mapper with GMC files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the GMC file still does not use the Global 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 window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the GMC file with the Global Mapper program.
Step 3. Update Global Mapper to the latest version
If, however, after binding Global Mapper with Global Mapper Catalog there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Global Mapper Software LLC page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the GMC file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the GMC file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the GMC file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected GMC files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the GMC files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged GMC files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Global Mapper Software LLC
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted GMC files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. If possible, you can try to move the GMC file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the GMC file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the GMC file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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