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Basic information about RGN file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension RGN（*.RGN or *.rgn）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the RGN file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the RGN file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the RGN file with their brief description and a list of programs that support RGN file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the RGN file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the RGN file?
  • How to open a RGN file?
  • What programs do I need to open a RGN file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a RGN file?
  • How to convert RGN files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to RGN file format?


1.Detail information about RGN file extension: Garmin Regional Map File

File type Garmin Regional Map File Category GIS Files
Developer Garmin File format N/A
Description RGN file is a Garmin Regional Map File developed by Garmin. Map data file saved in a database format; contains a map of a specific region that can be loaded by Garmin software and GPS devices; may also contain information that can be used to update a GPS device's firmware.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RGN files

Windows		 Garmin MapInstall
Garmin WebUpdater
TurboCCC TTSVoiceEditor

macOS		 Garmin MapInstall
Garmin WebUpdater



Can't open a RGN file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.RGN”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the RGN extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support RGN file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of RGN files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a RGN file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a RGN file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a RGN file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the RGN file is damaged.
  • Whether the RGN file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the RGN file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the RGN file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the RGN file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a RGN file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a RGN file.

If the RGN file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.