Tips to open VMZ file
Can't open the VMZ file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open VMZ files as well as a list of programs that support VMZ files.
VMZ file extension
| File Name |
Novapoint Protected Virtual Map Format |
| File Category |
GIS Files |
The VMZ file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the VMZ files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the VMZ file on each system platform.
What is VMZ file?
The VMZ file has been categorized as GIS Files. GIS Files consists of 255 similar files. Novapoint Protected Virtual Map Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. The main program that supports this format is Novapoint. This was created by Trimble Navigation Limited.
How to open VMZ file?
The main problem with Novapoint Protected Virtual Map Format is that the VMZ file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file VMZ to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the VMZ 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 Novapoint
In this case, you should first verify that the Novapoint application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Novapoint into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support VMZ files.
Programs to open VMZ file
Remember to download programs supporting VMZ files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Novapoint with VMZ files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the VMZ file to open in the Novapoint application, but you can set it manually. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select 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. 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 VMZ file with the Novapoint program.
Step 3. Update Novapoint to the latest version
If, despite the association of the Novapoint program with the Novapoint Protected Virtual Map Format 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 Trimble Navigation Limited page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the VMZ 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 VMZ file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the VMZ file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our VMZ file. However, remember that not every infected VMZ file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the VMZ files changes over time. 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. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular VMZ file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted VMZ 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. It is best to move VMZ to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the VMZ file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the VMZ file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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