VMZ File Extension

What is VMZ file?

Full format name of files that use VMZ extension is Novapoint Protected Virtual Map Format. VMZ file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with VMZ extension are categorized as GIS Files files. The GIS Files subset comprises 255 various file formats. The most popular software that supports VMZ files is Novapoint. Software named Novapoint was created by Trimble Navigation Limited. In order to find more detailed information on the software and VMZ files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support VMZ file extension

The following listing features VMZ-compatible programs. Files with VMZ extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 05/03/2020

How to open file with VMZ extension?

Being unable to open files with VMZ extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with VMZ 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 VMZ files.

Step 1. Download and install Novapoint

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening VMZ files is that no program that can handle VMZ files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Novapoint 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. If you want to download Novapoint installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Trimble Navigation Limited website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Novapoint to the latest version

You still cannot access VMZ files although Novapoint 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. If you have an older version of Novapoint installed, it may not support VMZ 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 Novapoint.

Step 3. Set the default application to open VMZ files to Novapoint

After installing Novapoint (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open VMZ files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the VMZ 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 Novapoint is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open VMZ files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with VMZ extension, 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 VMZ extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the VMZ file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the VMZ is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. VMZ file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the VMZ file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with VMZ extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle Novapoint

If the systems has insufficient resources to open VMZ 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 Novapoint Protected Virtual Map Format files. It may be the case that the VMZ files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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