AN1 File Extension

What is AN1 file?

Full format name of files that use AN1 extension is DeLorme Street Atlas Drawing Format. DeLorme Street Atlas Drawing Format format was developed by DeLorme. AN1 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with AN1 extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. The most popular program for handling AN1 files is GPSBabel, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Software named GPSBabel was created by GPSBabel.org. In order to find more detailed information on the software and AN1 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support AN1 file extension

The following listing features AN1-compatible programs. Files with AN1 suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with AN1 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening AN1 files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with AN1 files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install GPSBabel

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening AN1 files is that no program that can handle AN1 files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install GPSBabel or one to the listed programs: Xmap. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download GPSBabel installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit GPSBabel.org website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of GPSBabel and update if needed

If you already have GPSBabel installed on your systems and AN1 files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why AN1 files are not compatible with GPSBabel. The most recent version of GPSBabel is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open AN1 files to GPSBabel

After installing GPSBabel (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open AN1 files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the AN1 file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where GPSBabel is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open AN1 files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the AN1 file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select GPSBabel and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with AN1 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the AN1 is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper AN1 file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the AN1 file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the AN1 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the AN1 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. AN1 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic AN1 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with AN1 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle GPSBabel

If the systems has insufficient resources to open AN1 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with DeLorme Street Atlas Drawing Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with AN1 files affecting older versions of given software.

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