KML File Extension
Keyhole Markup Language Format
What is a KML file?
The KML file extension is linked to Keyhole Markup Language Format and belongs to the GIS Files category, which includes 247 files.
The Keyhole Markup Language Format (KML) was developed by Google, which created file format and 34 programs to work with them.
KML file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS and Linux. To open a KML file, you can choose from 14 programs such as MAPC2MAPC, Google Earth and TOPO! State and Weekend Explorer.
Programs that support KML files
Windows
Online Services
How to open a KML file?
If you cannot open a KML file, it is most often due to missing software. Select a program from the list according to your operating system. Then go to the official website of the program developer, download it, and install it on your device.
When it comes to opening and working with KML files, MAPC2MAPC, Google Earth and TOPO! State and Weekend Explorer are the top choices for users. To install the updated version of MAPC2MAPC, simply go to the MAPC2MAPC team site and download the installer compatible with all major platforms.
Once installed, MAPC2MAPC will be set as the default program, and KML files will open automatically.
Set MAPC2MAPC as the default KML program
Changing Default Programs in Windows
- Right click on your KML file, then select "Open with" and click "Choose another application";
- In the pop-up window, select the MAPC2MAPC application;
- Check the "Always use this application" checkbox, and then click "OK" to apply the selected application as the default for opening KML files.
Change Default Program on Mac
- Right click or Control + left click on the desired KML file;
- Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
- At the bottom of the window, find the "Enable" menu, where "Recommended Programs" is already selected by default;
- Within this menu, select "All Programs" and then locate MAPC2MAPC. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to set it as the default program.
Convert to and from KML
If obstacles arise while working with a KML file, you may convert it to formats like JPG, JPEG, PDF, CSV, GPX or other similar types for smoother handling.
Keep in mind that converting a KML file may introduce some limitations, but the original format can often be restored.
Offline software like KMLCSV Converter, GPS Visualizer and MyGeodata Cloud allows you to convert KML files to other formats while maintaining quality.
Convert KML to other file formats
Solve problems with KML files
Certain problems with KML files can be conveniently fixed with small software tweaks. Here are some helpful tips to address them.
Why does MAPC2MAPC stop responding or crash intermittently?
The likely cause of MAPC2MAPC crashing is lack of software updates. Install the latest updates available for MAPC2MAPC team products.
Restarting your computer will solve many common problems, which is why it’s the first thing you should do before changing any settings related to the software.
What are the best practices for repairing a KML file that has gone bad?
Open the corrupted KML file in a recovery program and select the "Repair" menu item. Please be patient while the recovery process completes, which will automatically restore the damaged gis files.
How do I know if my KML file is corrupted?
Common indications of damaged KML gis files are:
- Attempts to open the file result in errors or failed results;
- The file causes MAPC2MAPC or other programs to hang or crash during operation;
- Unexplained increase in KML file size;
- Error messages appear while working with the file;