FFS File Extension

What is FFS file?

FFS filename suffix is mostly used for FME Desktop Feature Store Format files. FME Desktop Feature Store Format format was developed by Safe Software. Files with FFS extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. FFS file belongs to the GIS Files category just like 255 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling FFS files is FME Desktop, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. FME Desktop software was developed by Safe Software Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about FFS files or the FME Desktop software program.

Programs which support FFS file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support FFS files. Files with FFS suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with FFS extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening FFS files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to FME Desktop Feature Store Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with FFS files.

Step 1. Install FME Desktop software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports FFS files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing FME Desktop or different compatible program, such as TatukGIS Viewer. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support FFS files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading FME Desktop installed is by going to developer’s website (Safe Software Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update FME Desktop to the latest version

You still cannot access FFS files although FME Desktop 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 The reason that FME Desktop cannot handle files with FFS may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using FME Desktop.

Step 3. Assign FME Desktop to FFS files

After installing FME Desktop (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open FFS files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the FFS file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where FME Desktop is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open FFS files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the FFS file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with FFS extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the FFS is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper FFS file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the FFS file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the FFS file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the FFS file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the FFS file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic FFS file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with FFS extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the FME Desktop Feature Store Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle FME Desktop

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support FFS files. Close all running programs and try opening the FFS file.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with FME Desktop Feature Store Format files. It may be the case that the FFS files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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