TERRAIN File Extension

What is TERRAIN file?

TERRAIN is a file extension commonly associated with TerraGen Terrain Graphic Data files. Planetside Software defined the TerraGen Terrain Graphic Data format standard. Files with TERRAIN extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. TERRAIN file format, along with 622 other file formats, belongs to the 3D Image Files category. The software recommended for managing TERRAIN files is TerraGen. TerraGen software was developed by Planetside Software, and on its official website you may find more information about TERRAIN files or the TerraGen software program.

Programs which support TERRAIN file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support TERRAIN files. Files with TERRAIN extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with TERRAIN extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening TERRAIN files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with TERRAIN 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 TerraGen

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

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

You still cannot access TERRAIN files although TerraGen is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that TerraGen cannot handle files with TERRAIN may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of TerraGen is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate TerraGen Terrain Graphic Data files with TerraGen

If you have the latest version of TerraGen installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage TERRAIN on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the TERRAIN 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 TerraGen is installed, check the Always use this app to open TERRAIN files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected TERRAIN 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 TerraGen and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with TERRAIN extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the TERRAIN for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the TERRAIN file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the TERRAIN is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the TERRAIN file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the TERRAIN file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the TERRAIN file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with TerraGen Terrain Graphic Data 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 TERRAIN files.

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