What is NAVMAP file?

The file in the NAVMAP format belongs to the GIS Files category. The creator of this file is Esri. Additionally, the GIS Files category contains 255 of other files. ESRI Data appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is ArcPad. This was created by Esri.

How to open NAVMAP file?

The most common problem when using ESRI Data is that a specific NAVMAP is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open NAVMAP, 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 NAVMAP 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 ArcPad

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that ArcPad is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing ArcPad into the operating system search engine. 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 NAVMAP files.

Programs to open NAVMAP file

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

Step 2. Create association of ArcPad with NAVMAP files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the NAVMAP file to open in the ArcPad application, but you can set it manually. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. 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. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the ArcPad application as the default for handling the NAVMAP file.

Step 3. Update ArcPad to the latest version

If, despite the association of the ArcPad program with the ESRI Data file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Esri page and install.

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 is most often caused by a problem while downloading the NAVMAP 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. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file NAVMAP or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected NAVMAP files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the NAVMAP 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.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged NAVMAP files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Esri, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted NAVMAP 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. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the NAVMAP file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the NAVMAP 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 NAVMAP file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.