GRI File Extension

What is GRI file?

Full format name of files that use GRI extension is Petrosys Grid. Petrosys Grid format was developed by Petrosys Pty Ltd. GRI files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with GRI extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Petrosys is by far the most used program for working with GRI files. Software named Petrosys was created by Petrosys Pty Ltd. In order to find more detailed information on the software and GRI files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support GRI file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support GRI files. GRI 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 GRI extension?

Being unable to open files with GRI extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with GRI files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with GRI files.

Step 1. Get the Petrosys

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports GRI files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Petrosys and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Petrosys installed is by going to developer’s website (Petrosys Pty Ltd) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

You still cannot access GRI files although Petrosys is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Petrosys installed, it may not support GRI format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Petrosys.

Step 3. Set the default application to open GRI files to Petrosys

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate GRI files with latest version of Petrosys you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the GRI 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
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Petrosys installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open GRI files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected GRI file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with GRI extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the GRI for 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 GRI file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the GRI file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the GRI is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the GRI file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with GRI extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the GRI 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. It could happen the the download process of file with GRI extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Petrosys Grid file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Petrosys

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support GRI files. Close all running programs and try opening the GRI file.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Petrosys Grid files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle GRI files.

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