TGW File Extension

What is TGW file?

TGW is a file extension commonly associated with TerraGen World files. TerraGen World specification was created by Planetside Software. Files with TGW extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. TGW file format, along with 622 other file formats, belongs to the 3D Image Files category. TerraGen is by far the most used program for working with TGW files. Software named TerraGen was created by Planetside Software. In order to find more detailed information on the software and TGW files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support TGW file extension

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

Problems with accessing TGW may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with TGW extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with TGW files.

Step 1. Install TerraGen software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening TGW files is that no program that can handle TGW 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. The safest method of downloading TerraGen installed is by going to developer’s website (Planetside Software) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

You still cannot access TGW 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. If you have an older version of TerraGen installed, it may not support TGW format. The most recent version of TerraGen is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign TerraGen to TGW files

If you have the latest version of TerraGen installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage TGW on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the TGW with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• 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 TGW files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the TGW file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select TerraGen and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with TGW extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the TGW file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the TGW file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the TGW is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the TGW file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the TGW file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

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

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. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open TerraGen

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with TerraGen World files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle TGW files.

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