Tips to open MDT file
Can't open the MDT file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open MDT files as well as a list of programs that support MDT files.
MDT file extension
| File Name |
GeoMedia Access Database Template |
| File Developer |
Intergraph |
| File Category |
Database Files |
The MDT file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the MDT files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the MDT file on each system platform.
What is MDT file?
The file with the extension MDT is the Database Files file type. The creator of this file is Intergraph. Additionally, the Database Files category contains 403 of other files. GeoMedia Access Database Template is most often found on 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. The GeoMedia application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Intergraph Corporation. There are also 2 alternative programs to handle the MDT file. Microsoft Access, Microsoft Office will apply when it is not possible to use GeoMedia.
How to open MDT file?
The most common problem when using GeoMedia Access Database Template is that a specific MDT is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open MDT, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the MDT 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 GeoMedia
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that GeoMedia is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing GeoMedia 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 MDT files.
Programs to open MDT file
Remember to download programs supporting MDT files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of GeoMedia with MDT files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the MDT file to open in the GeoMedia application, but you can set it manually. 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the MDT file with the GeoMedia program.
Step 3. Update GeoMedia to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the GeoMedia program, it is possible that GeoMedia Access Database Template requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Intergraph Corporation page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the MDT file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the MDT file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file MDT or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected MDT file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the MDT 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 this. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular MDT file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Intergraph
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file MDT except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. Copying the MDT file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the MDT file is blocked by the first application to open it. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the MDT file again. However, some background programs may block the MDT file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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