Tips to open KAP file

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

KAP file extension

File Name Maptech BSB Map Format
File Developer Maptech
File Category Data Files

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

Operating systems
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What is KAP file?

The file in the KAP format belongs to the Data Files category. It was designed by Maptech. Additionally, the Data Files category contains 1326 of other files. Maptech BSB Map Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use MAPC2MAPC to handle this file. This is a program created by MAPC2MAPC team. This file type can also be opened by 4 other programs. The Global Mapper, MapInfo, CompeGPS Land, Chart Navigator Pro programs will also handle the file when the MAPC2MAPC program does not fulfill its role.

How to open KAP file?

The most common problem when using Maptech BSB Map Format is that a specific KAP is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open KAP, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the KAP 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 MAPC2MAPC

In this case, you should first verify that the MAPC2MAPC application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing MAPC2MAPC into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open KAP files.

Step 2. Create association of MAPC2MAPC with KAP files

If, despite the installed application, the KAP file does not start in the MAPC2MAPC application, you must create a file association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the MAPC2MAPC application as the default for handling the KAP file.

Step 3. Update MAPC2MAPC to the latest version

If, despite the association of the MAPC2MAPC program with the Maptech BSB Map Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the MAPC2MAPC team website and install the latest version.

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

If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:

The KAP file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the KAP file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file KAP or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected KAP files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the KAP file. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair KAP file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Maptech
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted KAP 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. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. It is best to move KAP to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the KAP file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file KAP to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the KAP file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.