Tips to open SSF file
Can't open the SSF file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open SSF files as well as a list of programs that support SSF files.
SSF file extension
| File Name |
Trimble Standard Storage Format |
| File Developer |
Trimble Navigation |
| File Category |
GIS Files |
The SSF file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the SSF files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the SSF file on each system platform.
What is SSF file?
The file with the extension SSF is the GIS Files file type. It was designed by Trimble Navigation. In addition to this file, the GIS Files category includes 255 related files. Trimble Standard Storage Format 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. It is recommended to use GPS Pathfinder Office to handle this file. This is a program created by Trimble Navigation Limited. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. ArcGIS Desktop will apply when it is not possible to use GPS Pathfinder Office.
How to open SSF file?
An often recurring problem with Trimble Standard Storage Format is that SSF is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that SSF 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 SSF 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 GPS Pathfinder Office
The first step is to check if the computer has the GPS Pathfinder Office program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name GPS Pathfinder Office in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file SSF with GPS Pathfinder Office. Below is a list of programs that support the file SSF.
Programs to open SSF file
Remember to download programs supporting SSF files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of GPS Pathfinder Office with SSF files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the SSF file still does not use the GPS Pathfinder Office program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select 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. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the SSF file with the GPS Pathfinder Office application.
Step 3. Update GPS Pathfinder Office to the latest version
If, however, after binding GPS Pathfinder Office with Trimble Standard Storage Format 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 Trimble Navigation Limited page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the SSF 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. Usually this applies to SSF files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the SSF file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected SSF files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the SSF 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. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged SSF files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Trimble Navigation
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted SSF 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 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 SSF file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. 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 SSF to close. However, some background programs may block the SSF file while scanning. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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