NAVMAP File Extension

What is NAVMAP file?

NAVMAP filename suffix is mostly used for ESRI Data files. ESRI Data specification was created by Esri. Files with NAVMAP extension may be used by programs distributed for platform. Files with NAVMAP extension are categorized as GIS Files files. The GIS Files subset comprises 255 various file formats. ArcPad is by far the most used program for working with NAVMAP files. ArcPad software was developed by Esri, and on its official website you may find more information about NAVMAP files or the ArcPad software program.

Programs which support NAVMAP file extension

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

Being unable to open files with NAVMAP extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to ESRI Data 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 ArcPad

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening NAVMAP files is that no program that can handle NAVMAP files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the ArcPad developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy 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 ArcPad installed is by going to developer’s website (Esri) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If the problems with opening NAVMAP files still occur even after installing ArcPad, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of ArcPad is available. 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 ArcPad installed, it may not support NAVMAP 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 ArcPad.

Step 3. Associate ESRI Data files with ArcPad

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the NAVMAP with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where ArcPad is installed, check the Always use this app to open NAVMAP files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected NAVMAP file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 NAVMAP extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the NAVMAP file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the NAVMAP in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the NAVMAP file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the NAVMAP file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the NAVMAP file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If you obtained the problematic NAVMAP file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the NAVMAP file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access 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 ESRI Data file again.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with NAVMAP extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

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

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