POI File Extension
Magellan Maestro Point Of Interest Format
What is a POI file?
The POI extension is related to Magellan Maestro Point Of Interest Format and is classified in the GIS Files category, which contains 247 files.
POI file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS and Linux, as well as mobile devices running Apple iOS. There are 2 programs available to open a POI file, including popular tools like iGO primo and iGO My way 2010.
MIME types
- application/x-poi
Programs that support POI files
How to open a POI file?
If you are having trouble opening a POI file, it usually means the right software is not installed. Choose a program from the list that matches your operating system. Next, visit the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it on your device.
Thanks to their popularity, iGO primo and iGO My way 2010 are often the go-to programs for managing POI files. If you want the most recent release of iGO primo, head over to the NNG Kft site and download the version designed to run on all platforms.
After completing the installation, POI files should be recognized by the system and linked to iGO primo.
Set iGO primo as your default POI viewer
Set default app to open files on Mac
- Right-click or Control + left-click on the desired POI file to open a menu of available actions;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- In the lower section of the window, you’ll find the "Enable" menu, with "Recommended Programs" pre-selected as the default option;
- Select "All Programs" in this menu, and then search for iGO primo. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make sure it’s the default option.
Change a default app in Windows
- To get started, right-click your POI file, then choose "Open With" and select "Choose Another Application" from the context menu;
- From the list of applications in the pop-up window, find and select iGO primo as your desired application;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox, and then click "OK" to set your chosen app as the default for opening POI files.
Solving Common POI File Challenges
While POI files can sometimes present difficulties, most problems can be resolved quickly with minor software modifications. Check the tips below to help solve them.
What Causes iGO primo to Crash Frequently?
Insufficient software updates are a likely cause of iGO primo crashes. Be sure to install the latest updates for NNG Kft products.
A simple restart of your computer can often fix many common problems, which is why it is the recommended first step before making any adjustments to your software settings.
How can I restore a damaged POI file?
Start a data recovery program and open the damaged POI file. Then, choose the "Repair" option from the menu. Allow the recovery process to complete, which will automatically repair the damaged gis files.
How can I determine if my POI file is damaged?
Characteristics of corrupted POI gis files can include:
- iGO primo or other programs stop responding or crash when trying to handle the file;
- Error notifications appear during file manipulation;
- When opening the file, errors occur or the inability to access its contents;
- Unexplained POI file size inflation;