GND File Extension

What is GND file?

GND is a file extension commonly associated with Geography Network Document files. GND file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. GND file format, along with 255 other file formats, belongs to the GIS Files category. ArcView is by far the most used program for working with GND files. ArcView software was developed by Esri, and on its official website you may find more information about GND files or the ArcView software program.

Programs which support GND file extension

Programs that can handle GND files are as follows. Files with GND 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 GND extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening GND files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with GND extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install ArcView

Problems with opening and working with GND files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with GND files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install ArcView. 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 ArcView installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Esri website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update ArcView to the latest version

If you already have ArcView installed on your systems and GND 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. If you have an older version of ArcView installed, it may not support GND format. The most recent version of ArcView is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign ArcView to GND files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate GND files with latest version of ArcView 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.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the GND 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 ArcView is installed, check the Always use this app to open GND files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with GND extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 GND extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the GND 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 GND file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The GND 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 GND file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the GND file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. GND file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the GND 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. When downloading the file with GND extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Geography Network Document file.

4. Check whether your system can handle ArcView

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Geography Network Document files. It may be the case that the GND files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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