OLG File Extension

What is OLG file?

OLG is a file extension commonly associated with Orbit Legend Data Format files. Files with OLG extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. OLG file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports OLG files is ORBIT GIS. On the official website of Orbit GeoSpatial Technologies developer not only will you find detailed information about theORBIT GIS software, but also about OLG and other supported file formats.

Programs which support OLG file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support OLG files. Files with OLG suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 02/17/2021

How to open file with OLG extension?

Problems with accessing OLG may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Orbit Legend Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the ORBIT GIS

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening OLG files is that no program that can handle OLG files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install ORBIT GIS. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support OLG files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download ORBIT GIS installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Orbit GeoSpatial Technologies website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of ORBIT GIS

You still cannot access OLG files although ORBIT GIS is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why OLG files are not compatible with ORBIT GIS. The latest version of ORBIT GIS should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open OLG files to ORBIT GIS

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the OLG file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where ORBIT GIS is installed, check the Always use this app to open OLG files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the OLG file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select ORBIT GIS and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with OLG extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the OLG is not faulty

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

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the OLG file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the OLG file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the OLG file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the OLG 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 OLG 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

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 Orbit Legend Data Format file again.

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

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Orbit Legend Data Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with OLG files affecting older versions of given software.

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