OV2 File Extension
TomTom Points Of Interest Database
What is a OV2 file?
The OV2 file extension is linked to TomTom Points Of Interest Database and belongs to the GIS Files category, which includes 247 files.
The TomTom Points Of Interest Database (OV2) was developed by TomTom, which created file format and programs to work with them.
OV2 file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS and Linux. To convert a OV2 file, you can use software like GPSBabel.
How to open a OV2 file?
If you cannot open a OV2 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.
The most popular program for working with OV2 files is GPSBabel. To install the updated version of GPSBabel, simply go to the GPSBabel site and download the installer compatible with all major platforms.
Once installed, GPSBabel will be set as the default program, and OV2 files will open automatically.
Set GPSBabel as the default OV2 program
Changing Default Programs in Windows
- Right click on your OV2 file, then select "Open with" and click "Choose another application";
- In the pop-up window, select the GPSBabel application;
- Check the "Always use this application" checkbox, and then click "OK" to apply the selected application as the default for opening OV2 files.
Change Default Program on Mac
- Right click or Control + left click on the desired OV2 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 GPSBabel. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to set it as the default program.
Convert to and from OV2
If obstacles arise while working with a OV2 file, you may convert it to formats like GPX, LMX or other similar types for smoother handling.
Keep in mind that converting a OV2 file may introduce some limitations, but the original format can often be restored.
Offline software like GPSBabel allows you to convert OV2 files to other formats while maintaining quality.
Convert OV2 to other file formats
Converting Files to OV2 Format
Solve problems with OV2 files
Certain problems with OV2 files can be conveniently fixed with small software tweaks. Here are some helpful tips to address them.
Why does GPSBabel stop responding or crash intermittently?
The likely cause of GPSBabel crashing is lack of software updates. Install the latest updates available for GPSBabel 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 OV2 file that has gone bad?
Open the corrupted OV2 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 OV2 file is corrupted?
Common indications of damaged OV2 gis files are:
- Attempts to open the file result in errors or failed results;
- The file causes GPSBabel or other programs to hang or crash during operation;
- Unexplained increase in OV2 file size;
- Error messages appear while working with the file;