OBF File Extension

What is OBF file?

OBF is a file extension commonly associated with OsmAnd Offline GPS Vector Maps files. OsmAnd Development Project defined the OsmAnd Offline GPS Vector Maps format standard. Files with OBF extension may be used by programs distributed for Android platform. Files with OBF extension are categorized as GIS Files files. The GIS Files subset comprises 255 various file formats. The most popular software that supports OBF files is OsmAnd. On the official website of OsmAnd Development Project developer not only will you find detailed information about theOsmAnd software, but also about OBF and other supported file formats.

Programs which support OBF file extension

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

Problems with accessing OBF may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with OBF extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the OsmAnd

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening OBF files is that no program that can handle OBF files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the OsmAnd 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. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit OsmAnd website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of OsmAnd and update if needed

You still cannot access OBF files although OsmAnd 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. The reason that OsmAnd cannot handle files with OBF may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using OsmAnd.

Step 3. Set the default application to open OBF files to OsmAnd

If you have the latest version of OsmAnd installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage OBF 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.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the OBF with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the OsmAnd installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open OBF files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the OBF file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with OBF extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the OBF for 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 OBF file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the OBF file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the OBF file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. OBF file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the OBF file’s structure is intact

If the OBF file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with OBF extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open OBF 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 OsmAnd Offline GPS Vector Maps files. It may be the case that the OBF files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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