GSR2 File Extension

What is GSR2 file?

Full format name of files that use GSR2 extension is Golden Software Reference Format. Golden Software Reference Format specification was created by Golden Software. GSR2 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. GSR2 file format, along with 255 other file formats, belongs to the GIS Files category. Golden Software Surfer supports GSR2 files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support GSR2 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support GSR2 files. Files with GSR2 extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with GSR2 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening GSR2 files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with GSR2 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 GSR2 files.

Step 1. Download and install Golden Software Surfer

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports GSR2 files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Golden Software Surfer or one to the listed programs: Voxler, Strater. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support GSR2 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Golden Software Surfer installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Golden Software Surfer to the latest version

You still cannot access GSR2 files although Golden Software Surfer 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. If you have an older version of Golden Software Surfer installed, it may not support GSR2 format. The latest version of Golden Software Surfer should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open GSR2 files to Golden Software Surfer

If you have the latest version of Golden Software Surfer installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage GSR2 on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

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 GSR2 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 Golden Software Surfer is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open GSR2 files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected GSR2 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 GSR2 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the GSR2 is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the GSR2 file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the GSR2 file for viruses or malware

If the GSR2 is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. GSR2 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with GSR2 extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic GSR2 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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 GSR2 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

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Golden Software Reference Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Golden Software Surfer

If the systems has insufficient resources to open GSR2 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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 Golden Software Reference Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with GSR2 files affecting older versions of given software.

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