GRT File Extension

What is GRT file?

Full format name of files that use GRT extension is Grapher Template. Grapher Template specification was created by Golden Software. GRT file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. GRT file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. The most popular software that supports GRT files is Grapher. On the official website of Golden Software, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theGrapher software, but also about GRT and other supported file formats.

Programs which support GRT file extension

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

Problems with accessing GRT may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with GRT files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the Grapher

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening GRT files is that no program that can handle GRT files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Grapher. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Grapher installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Golden Software, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Grapher to the latest version

If you already have Grapher installed on your systems and GRT 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. If you have an older version of Grapher installed, it may not support GRT 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 Grapher.

Step 3. Set the default application to open GRT files to Grapher

After installing Grapher (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open GRT files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the GRT file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Grapher is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open GRT files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the GRT file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with GRT extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the GRT 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 GRT file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

Should it happed that the GRT is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the GRT file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the GRT 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 GRT 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 in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Grapher

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support GRT files. Close all running programs and try opening the GRT 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 Grapher Template files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with GRT files affecting older versions of given software.

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