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Basic information about GMW file

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

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


1.Detail information about GMW file extension: Global Mapper Workspace File

File type Global Mapper Workspace File Category Settings Files
Developer Blue Marble Geographics File format N/A
Description GMW file is a Global Mapper Workspace File developed by Blue Marble Geographics. Workspace file created and used by Global Mapper, a GIS application; contains information about any layers displayed on the map, along with settings and configuration applied to the layers.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GMW files

Windows		 Blue Marble Geographics Global Mapper



How to convert GMW files to another file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for GMW files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve GMW to another files conversion, you may use the option.

GMW to KAP


Can't open a GMW 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.GMW”。

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 GMW extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the GMW 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.