GPN File Extension

What is GPN file?

Full format name of files that use GPN extension is GlidePlan Map Document. GPN file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. GPN file format, along with 440 other file formats, belongs to the Text Files category. Users are advised to use GlidePlan software for managing GPN files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named GlidePlan was created by Matt Herron. In order to find more detailed information on the software and GPN files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support GPN file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open GPN files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. GPN files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with GPN extension?

Being unable to open files with GPN extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with GPN extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with GPN files.

Step 1. Install GlidePlan software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening GPN files is that no program that can handle GPN files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download GlidePlan and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support GPN files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit GlidePlan website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of GlidePlan and update if needed

You still cannot access GPN files although GlidePlan is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that GlidePlan cannot handle files with GPN may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of GlidePlan is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate GlidePlan Map Document files with GlidePlan

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate GPN files with latest version of GlidePlan you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the GPN file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the GlidePlan installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open GPN files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected GPN file open the file menu and choose 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....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with GPN extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the GPN file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the GPN file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the GPN file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the GPN file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the GPN file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the GPN file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with GPN 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle GlidePlan

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with GlidePlan Map Document files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with GPN files affecting older versions of given software.

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