BNA File Extension

What is BNA file?

BNA is a file extension commonly associated with Atlas Boundary Format files. Golden Software defined the Atlas Boundary Format format standard. BNA files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with BNA extension are categorized as Text Files files. The Text Files subset comprises 440 various file formats. Didger supports BNA files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. Didger software was developed by Golden Software, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about BNA files or the Didger software program.

Programs which support BNA file extension

The following listing features BNA-compatible programs. Files with BNA 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 BNA extension?

Problems with accessing BNA may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with BNA files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install Didger

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening BNA files is that no program that can handle BNA files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select Didger or one of the recommended programs (for example, MapViewer) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Didger website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Didger to the latest version

You still cannot access BNA files although Didger is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Didger installed, it may not support BNA format. The most recent version of Didger is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open BNA files to Didger

After installing Didger (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BNA files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the BNA with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Didger is installed, check the Always use this app to open BNA files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the BNA file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with BNA extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the BNA file is complete and free of errors

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 BNA file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The BNA may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the BNA file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the BNA file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the BNA file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the BNA file’s structure is intact

If the BNA file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. If the BNA file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Atlas Boundary Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Didger

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Atlas Boundary Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the BNA files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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