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Basic information about GER file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension GER（*.GER or *.ger）, 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 GER file yourself.

There are 4 file types using the GER file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the GER file with their brief description and a list of programs that support GER file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the GER file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the GER file?
  • How to open a GER file?
  • What programs do I need to open a GER file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a GER file?
  • How to convert GER files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to GER file format?


1.Detail information about GER file extension: OpenMap Geo Reference Data

File type OpenMap Geo Reference Data Category GIS Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description GER file is a OpenMap Geo Reference Data. The ger file extension is associated with the OpenMap, a Java Beans-based toolkit for building applications and applets needing geographic information developed by Sawpit Software.

The ger file stores geo reference data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GER files


2.Detail information about GER file extension: German Text/html Info

File type German Text/html Info Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description GER file is a German Text/html Info.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GER files

Windows		 NotePad++ text editor


3.Detail information about GER file extension: Pro/ENGINEER Temporary File

File type Pro/ENGINEER Temporary File Category System Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description GER file is a Pro/ENGINEER Temporary File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GER files

Windows		 Pro/Engineer (Creo Elements/Pro)


4.Detail information about GER file extension: GerberView Data

File type GerberView Data Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description GER file is a GerberView Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GER files

Windows		 ProntoGERBER-CONNECTION



How to convert GER files to another file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for GER files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve GER to another files conversion, you may use the option.

GER to TXE GER to TXT


Can't open a GER 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.GER”。

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 GER extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support GER 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 GER 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 GER file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a GER 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 GER file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the GER 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.