OVT File Extension

What is OVT file?

OVT filename suffix is mostly used for Orbit Vector Tiled Format files. Files with OVT extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. OVT file belongs to the Vector Image Files category just like 138 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports OVT files is ORBIT GIS. Software named ORBIT GIS was created by Orbit GeoSpatial Technologies. In order to find more detailed information on the software and OVT files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support OVT file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support OVT files. OVT files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 04/04/2020

How to open file with OVT extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening OVT files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with OVT files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. 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 OVT files is that no program that can handle OVT files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the ORBIT GIS 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 ORBIT GIS website and download the installer.

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

You still cannot access OVT files although ORBIT GIS 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 The reason that ORBIT GIS cannot handle files with OVT may be that the software is outdated.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 ORBIT GIS.

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

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate OVT files with latest version of ORBIT GIS you have installed 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 OVT 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 OVT files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the OVT file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with OVT extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the OVT 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 OVT file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

Should it happed that the OVT is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the OVT file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the OVT 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. If the OVT file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Orbit Vector Tiled Format file.

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

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

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

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

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