KGM File Extension

What is KGM file?

KGM filename suffix is mostly used for KeyTERRA-FIRMA Ground Model files. KGM file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. KGM file format, along with 622 other file formats, belongs to the 3D Image Files category. AutoCAD is by far the most used program for working with KGM files. AutoCAD software was developed by Autodesk, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about KGM files or the AutoCAD software program.

Programs which support KGM file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support KGM files. KGM 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 KGM extension?

Being unable to open files with KGM extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with KGM files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with KGM files.

Step 1. Install AutoCAD software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening KGM files is that no program that can handle KGM files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the AutoCAD developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit AutoCAD website and download the installer.

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

You still cannot access KGM files although AutoCAD is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of AutoCAD installed, it may not support KGM format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using AutoCAD.

Step 3. Assign AutoCAD to KGM files

If you have the latest version of AutoCAD installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage KGM on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the KGM with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• 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 AutoCAD is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open KGM files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with KGM extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 KGM extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the KGM is not faulty

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

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

Should it happed that the KGM is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. KGM file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the KGM file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the KGM file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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

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 KeyTERRA-FIRMA Ground Model file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run AutoCAD

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with KeyTERRA-FIRMA Ground Model 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 KGM files affecting older versions of given software.

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