GSR is a file extension commonly associated with Golden Software Reference Format files. Golden Software Reference Format specification was created by Golden Software. GSR file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. GSR file belongs to the GIS Files category just like 255 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling GSR files is Golden Software Surfer, but users can choose among 3 different programs that support this file format.
Below is a table that list programs that support GSR files. GSR files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.
There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening GSR files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with GSR files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.
Problems with opening and working with GSR files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with GSR files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Golden Software Surfer or different compatible program, such as Voxler, MapViewer, Surfer. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Golden Software Surfer installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.
If the problems with opening GSR files still occur even after installing Golden Software Surfer, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Golden Software Surfer is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of Golden Software Surfer installed, it may not support GSR format. The most recent version of Golden Software Surfer is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.
After installing Golden Software Surfer (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open GSR files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.
The procedure to change the default program in Windows
The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS
If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the GSR file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.
If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the GSR 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 scanner detected that the GSR file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.
Did you receive the GSR file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the GSR file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.
Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.
If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with GSR extension. In this case close the other applications.
Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Golden Software Reference Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the GSR files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.
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