MGLW File Extension

What is MGLW file?

MGLW is a file extension commonly associated with Magellan Waypoint files. Magellan Waypoint format was developed by GeoVisu Development Team. MGLW files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. MGLW file format, along with 255 other file formats, belongs to the GIS Files category. GeoVisu is by far the most used program for working with MGLW files. Software named GeoVisu was created by GeoVisu Development Team. In order to find more detailed information on the software and MGLW files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support MGLW file extension

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

Problems with accessing MGLW may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with MGLW 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. Download and install GeoVisu

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports MGLW files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install GeoVisu. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading GeoVisu installed is by going to developer’s website (GeoVisu Development Team) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

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

Step 3. Assign GeoVisu to MGLW files

After installing GeoVisu (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open MGLW 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 MGLW file
• 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 GeoVisu is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open MGLW files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected MGLW file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with MGLW extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the MGLW 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 MGLW file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the MGLW is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the MGLW file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

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

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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Magellan Waypoint file again.

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

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Magellan Waypoint 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 MGLW files affecting older versions of given software.

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