GST File Extension

What is GST file?

GST is a file extension commonly associated with MapInfo Geoset Format files. MapInfo defined the MapInfo Geoset Format format standard. Files with GST extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with GST extension are categorized as GIS Files files. The GIS Files subset comprises 255 various file formats. MapX is by far the most used program for working with GST files.

Programs which support GST file extension

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

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

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports GST files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the MapX developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy 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 MapX installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of MapX

You still cannot access GST files although MapX 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. This can be one of the causes why GST files are not compatible with MapX. The most recent version of MapX is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate MapInfo Geoset Format files with MapX

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate GST files with latest version of MapX you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the GST file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where MapX is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open GST files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the GST file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select MapX and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with GST extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the GST is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper GST file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the GST file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the GST file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the GST file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the GST 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. When downloading the file with GST 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 MapInfo Geoset Format file again.

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

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with MapInfo Geoset Format 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 GST files affecting older versions of given software.

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