GMI File Extension

What is GMI file?

Full format name of files that use GMI extension is GPS Tuner Map Calibration Data. GPS Tuner Map Calibration Data format was developed by Megalith-Systems. Files with GMI extension may be used by programs distributed for , Windows platform. GMI file format, along with 255 other file formats, belongs to the GIS Files category. Users are advised to use MAPC2MAPC software for managing GMI files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. On the official website of MAPC2MAPC team developer not only will you find detailed information about theMAPC2MAPC software, but also about GMI and other supported file formats.

Programs which support GMI file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support GMI files. GMI files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with GMI extension?

Being unable to open files with GMI extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to GPS Tuner Map Calibration Data files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with GMI files.

Step 1. Get the MAPC2MAPC

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening GMI files is that no program that can handle GMI files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select MAPC2MAPC or one of the recommended programs (for example, GPS Tuner) 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. If you want to download MAPC2MAPC installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit MAPC2MAPC team website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of MAPC2MAPC

If you already have MAPC2MAPC installed on your systems and GMI files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why GMI files are not compatible with MAPC2MAPC. The most recent version of MAPC2MAPC is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open GMI files to MAPC2MAPC

After installing MAPC2MAPC (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open GMI 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 GMI with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the MAPC2MAPC installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open GMI files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the GMI 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....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with GMI extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the GMI is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the GMI file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the GMI in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the GMI file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. GMI file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the GMI file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the GMI file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative 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 GPS Tuner Map Calibration Data file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open MAPC2MAPC

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with GPS Tuner Map Calibration Data file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle GMI files.

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