File extension .GDF
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| GUESS Graph Data Format | GUESS | Data Files |
GDF (.gdf) is a graph data format used to store information about connecting points and edge relationships. Developed by Guess, GDF is used by applications such as hgf_viewer and Geospatial Data Abstraction Library (GDAL). It is used to hold information regarding nodes and edges in a directed or undirected graph. The format is similar to .jff and .gml, allowing for differentiated length of edge and edge labelling.
Uses
GDF file format is mainly used to store networks of vertices and edges, typically between geneoids or proteins. With GDF, digital mapping networks or complex genetic pathways can be easily outlined. The format contains a header which provides basic information about the correct interpretation of the content. This header includes things such as type (edge or node), id, and labels for all the edgements and nodes. GDF also contains non-graph related commands in the header section too, such as authors name, creation date, credit etc.Similar File Types
Other similar graph data types include .gra, .mdg, .net, .vpl and .vna.
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .GDF) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .GDF extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .GDF file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .GDF extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .GDF extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .GDF file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .GDF file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .GDF file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .GDF file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .GDF file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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