LPK File Extension

What is LPK file?

Full format name of files that use LPK extension is ArcGIS Layer Package. ArcGIS Layer Package format was developed by ESRI. LPK file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with LPK extension are categorized as GIS Files files. The GIS Files subset comprises 255 various file formats. The software recommended for managing LPK files is ArcGIS Desktop. Software named ArcGIS Desktop was created by Esri. In order to find more detailed information on the software and LPK files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support LPK file extension

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

Being unable to open files with LPK extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with LPK 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 LPK files.

Step 1. Download and install ArcGIS Desktop

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports LPK files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download ArcGIS Desktop and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download ArcGIS Desktop installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Esri website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of ArcGIS Desktop and update if needed

If you already have ArcGIS Desktop installed on your systems and LPK files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that ArcGIS Desktop cannot handle files with LPK may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of ArcGIS Desktop is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open LPK files to ArcGIS Desktop

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate LPK files with latest version of ArcGIS Desktop you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the LPK file and choose 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 ArcGIS Desktop is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open LPK files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with LPK extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select ArcGIS Desktop and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with LPK extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

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 LPK file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

Should it happed that the LPK 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. If the scanner detected that the LPK file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the LPK 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 LPK file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the ArcGIS Layer Package file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle ArcGIS Desktop

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with ArcGIS Layer Package files. It may be the case that the LPK files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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