M7A File Extension

What is M7A file?

M7A is a file extension commonly associated with MapKing Map files. MapKing International Limited defined the MapKing Map format standard. M7A file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. M7A file format, along with 255 other file formats, belongs to the GIS Files category. MapKing for PC supports M7A files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. On the official website of MapKing International Limited developer not only will you find detailed information about theMapKing for PC software, but also about M7A and other supported file formats.

Programs which support M7A file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support M7A files. Files with M7A 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 M7A extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening M7A files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to MapKing Map files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install MapKing for PC

Problems with opening and working with M7A files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with M7A files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select MapKing for PC or one of the recommended programs (for example, MapKing Mobile) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading MapKing for PC installed is by going to developer’s website (MapKing International Limited) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update MapKing for PC to the latest version

If you already have MapKing for PC installed on your systems and M7A 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 MapKing for PC installed, it may not support M7A format. The latest version of MapKing for PC should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate MapKing Map files with MapKing for PC

After installing MapKing for PC (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open M7A 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 M7A 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
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where MapKing for PC is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open M7A 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 M7A extension, 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 M7A extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the M7A file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the M7A file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the M7A file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the M7A file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the M7A file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. M7A file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the M7A file’s structure is intact

If the M7A file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 M7A 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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the MapKing Map file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open MapKing for PC

If the systems has insufficient resources to open M7A files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with MapKing Map files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the M7A files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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