GSB File Extension
Golden Software Boundary Format
What is a GSB file?
The GSB extension is related to Golden Software Boundary Format and is classified in the GIS Files category, which contains 247 files.
The Golden Software Boundary Format (GSB), created by Golden, is one of file format they developed, and they also built 6 programs to support them.
GSB file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows. When working with GSB files, you can rely on 5 programs, including MapViewer, Surfer and Strater.
How to open a GSB file?
If you can’t open a GSB file, it is usually because the necessary software is missing. To resolve the issue, select the right program from the list for your operating system. Then go to the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it.
Thanks to their popularity, MapViewer, Surfer and Strater are often the go-to programs for managing GSB files. If you need the newest version of MapViewer, just access the Golden website. From there you can download the installer compatible with all systems.
Once setup is done, your operating system should assign MapViewer as the default app for GSB files.
Set MapViewer as the default GSB handler
Choose an app to open a file on Mac
- Right click or use Control + left click on the desired GSB file to launch the file options menu;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- Scroll down to the bottom of the window, where you will find the "Enable" menu. Default, "Recommended Programs" will be selected;
- In this menu, choose "All Programs" and navigate to MapViewer. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.
Change a default app in Windows
- Take the first step by right-clicking on your GSB file. Next, select "Open With" and then choose "Choose another app" from the available options;
- In the pop-up window, find and select the MapViewer application from the available options;
- Make sure the "Always use this app" checkbox is checked and click "OK" to confirm your choice as the default app for opening GSB files.
Effective solutions for GSB file problems
If you encounter issues with GSB files, don’t worry—most can be fixed with minor software adjustments. Refer to the troubleshooting tips below.
What can lead to sudden MapViewer crashes?
Lack of software updates is a possible reason behind MapViewer crash. Keep your Golden products up to date by installing the latest updates.
Restarting your computer can resolve numerous common problems, so it should be the initial step before changing any software-related settings.
What is the recommended approach to repair a damaged GSB file?
In a data recovery program, open the damaged GSB file and select the "Repair" menu option. Wait for the recovery process to finish, allowing automatic repair of damaged gis files.
How do I know if my GSB file has been damaged?
Characteristics of corrupted GSB gis files can include:
- Error alerts occur when actions are performed on the file;
- The file does not respond or shows errors when opening it;
- Unexplained GSB file size inflation;
- The file stops responding or freezes in MapViewer or other programs;