GMP File Extension

What is GMP file?

GMP is a file extension commonly associated with Geomorph Tile Map files. Patrice St-Gelais defined the Geomorph Tile Map format standard. GMP file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with GMP extension are categorized as Graphic Files files. The Graphic Files subset comprises 524 various file formats. The most popular software that supports GMP files is Geomorph. Geomorph software was developed by Patrice St-Gelais, and on its official website you may find more information about GMP files or the Geomorph software program.

Programs which support GMP file extension

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

Problems with accessing GMP may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with GMP extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Geomorph software

Problems with opening and working with GMP files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with GMP files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Geomorph developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Geomorph website and download the installer.

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

If you already have Geomorph installed on your systems and GMP files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why GMP files are not compatible with Geomorph. The most recent version of Geomorph is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Geomorph Tile Map files with Geomorph

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate GMP files with latest version of Geomorph you have installed on your device. 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

• Right-click the GMP file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Geomorph is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open GMP files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with GMP extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with GMP extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the GMP 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 GMP file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the GMP is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. GMP 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 GMP file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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. It could happen the the download process of file with GMP extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 Geomorph

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with GMP extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Geomorph Tile Map file. It may be the case that the GMP files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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