GEODATABASE File Extension

What is GEODATABASE file?

Full format name of files that use GEODATABASE extension is ArcGIS Runtime SDK Data Format. Files with GEODATABASE extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with GEODATABASE extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular software that supports GEODATABASE files is ArcGIS Runtime SDK. Software named ArcGIS Runtime SDK was created by Esri. In order to find more detailed information on the software and GEODATABASE files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support GEODATABASE file extension

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

Updated: 01/07/2020

How to open file with GEODATABASE extension?

Being unable to open files with GEODATABASE extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with GEODATABASE extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install ArcGIS Runtime SDK software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening GEODATABASE files is that no program that can handle GEODATABASE files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download ArcGIS Runtime SDK and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit ArcGIS Runtime SDK website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update ArcGIS Runtime SDK to the latest version

If you already have ArcGIS Runtime SDK installed on your systems and GEODATABASE files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that ArcGIS Runtime SDK cannot handle files with GEODATABASE may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of ArcGIS Runtime SDK should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open GEODATABASE files to ArcGIS Runtime SDK

After installing ArcGIS Runtime SDK (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open GEODATABASE files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the GEODATABASE with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where ArcGIS Runtime SDK is installed, check the Always use this app to open GEODATABASE files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected GEODATABASE file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with GEODATABASE extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the GEODATABASE for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the GEODATABASE file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The GEODATABASE may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the GEODATABASE is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the GEODATABASE file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the GEODATABASE file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with GEODATABASE extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic GEODATABASE 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. When downloading the file with GEODATABASE extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 ArcGIS Runtime SDK Data Format file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run ArcGIS Runtime SDK

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with GEODATABASE extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with ArcGIS Runtime SDK Data Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle GEODATABASE files.

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