.OGF2 File

What is an OGF2 file?

An OGF2 file is a map coordinates file that is used by the MapViewGPS software. It stores the coordinates of points, lines, and polygons, as well as other information such as symbols, labels, and attributes. OGF2 files are often used for creating and sharing custom maps.

Here are some of the characteristics of OGF2 files:

• They are a proprietary file format, which means that they can only be opened by MapViewGPS or other software that supports the OGF2 format.
• They are relatively small in size, which makes them easy to store and share.
• They are easy to create and edit, even by users with no experience in GIS (geographic information systems).

Here are some of the things you can do with OGF2 files:

• Create custom maps for your GPS device.
• Share maps with others who use MapViewGPS.
• Import OGF2 files into other GIS software.
• Use OGF2 files for GPS tracking.

If you are looking for a way to create and share custom maps for your GPS device, then OGF2 files are a good option. They are easy to use and relatively small in size, which makes them a practical choice for many users.

Opening an OGF2 File

The easiest way to open an OGF2 file is to use the MapViewGPS software. However, there are also a few third-party software programs that can open OGF2 files, such as GPSMapEdit and OruxMaps.

OGF2 files can be opened using the MapViewGPS software, which is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. To open an OGF2 file in MapViewGPS, simply follow these steps:

1. Launch MapViewGPS.
2. Click on the "File" menu.
3. Select "Open."
4. Navigate to the OGF2 file you want to open and select it.
5. Click on the "Open" button.

The OGF2 file will now be opened in MapViewGPS and you can view the map data.

Converting an OGF2 File to Another Format

There are a few different ways to convert an OGF2 file to another format. One option is to use the MapViewGPS software. To convert an OGF2 file to another format in MapViewGPS, follow these steps:

1. Launch MapViewGPS.
2. Click on the "File" menu.
3. Select "Save As."
4. Choose the format you want to convert the OGF2 file to.
5. Enter a filename for the converted file.
6. Click on the "Save" button.

The OGF2 file will be converted to the chosen format and saved.

Another option is to use a third-party file conversion tool. There are a number of different file conversion tools available online that can convert OGF2 files to other formats, such as: Global Mapper, GPS Babel...

Using OGF2 Files with Smartcomgps

OGF2 files can be used with Smartcomgps, but you will need to convert them to the Smartcomgps GPX format first. There are a number of different ways to do this, but the easiest way is to use the Smartcomgps GPX Converter tool. This tool is available for free download from the Smartcomgps website.

To convert an OGF2 file to GPX format using the Smartcomgps GPX Converter tool, follow these steps:

1. Download and install the Smartcomgps GPX Converter tool.
2. Launch the Smartcomgps GPX Converter tool.
3. Click on the "Browse" button and select the OGF2 file you want to convert.
4. Click on the "Convert" button.
5. The converted GPX file will be saved to the same location as the OGF2 file.

You can now use the GPX file with Smartcomgps.

Creating an OGF2 File

OGF2 files can be created using the MapViewGPS software. To create an OGF2 file in MapViewGPS, follow these steps:

1. Launch MapViewGPS.
2. Create a new map or open an existing map.
3. Add the data you want to include in the OGF2 file, such as points, lines, polygons, symbols, labels, and attributes.
4. Click on the "File" menu.
5. Select "Save As."
6. Choose the OGF2 format.
7. Enter a filename for the OGF2 file.
8. Click on the "Save" button.

The OGF2 file will be created and saved.

Common OGF2 File Problems and Solutions

Here are some common OGF2 file problems and solutions:

• I can't open an OGF2 file. This could be because the file is corrupted or because you do not have the MapViewGPS software installed. If you have MapViewGPS installed, make sure that you are using the latest version of the software. If the file is corrupted, you may be able to repair it using a file repair tool.

• I can't convert an OGF2 file to another format. This could be because the file is corrupted or because the file conversion tool you are using is not compatible with OGF2 files. Try using a different file conversion tool.

• I can't use an OGF2 file with Smartcomgps. This could be because the file is not converted to GPX format or because the GPX file is corrupted. Make sure that you have converted the OGF2 file to GPX format using the Smartcomgps GPX Converter tool. If the GPX file is corrupted, you may be able to repair it using a file repair tool.