GDX File Extension

What is GDX file?

GDX is a file extension commonly associated with GAMS Result files. GAMS Result specification was created by GAMS Development Corporation. Files with GDX extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with GDX extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular software that supports GDX files is GAMS. GAMS software was developed by GAMS Development Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about GDX files or the GAMS software program.

Programs which support GDX file extension

Programs that can handle GDX files are as follows. Files with GDX 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 GDX extension?

Being unable to open files with GDX extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with GDX extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install GAMS software

Problems with opening and working with GDX files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with GDX files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the GAMS developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support GDX files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading GAMS installed is by going to developer’s website (GAMS Development Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update GAMS to the latest version

If the problems with opening GDX files still occur even after installing GAMS, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of GAMS is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that GAMS cannot handle files with GDX may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of GAMS is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign GAMS to GDX files

After installing GAMS (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open GDX files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the GDX 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
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where GAMS is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open GDX files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with GDX extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with GDX extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the GDX for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the GDX file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

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

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the GDX file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 GDX extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the GAMS Result file.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open GDX files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

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

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