Converting KAP to GMW
A .KAP file and a .GMW file hold different kinds of data, so there is no direct way to turn one into the other.
A full step-by-step guide for this conversion is on the way; the information above is drawn straight from our database.
About these formats
.KAP
BSB/Maptech Nautical Chart Raster File
A KAP file is a BSB raster nautical chart - a scanned paper chart with embedded georeferencing used in marine navigation software. Open it with OpenCPN (free) or Global Mapper. NOAA retired…
Open .KAP details →
.GMW
Global Mapper Workspace
A .GMW file is associated with Global Mapper Workspace, a gis file.
Open .GMW details →
