File extension .MIF
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| ImageMagick Image Format Format | Pitney Bowes Software | GIS Files |
A MIF (MapInfo Interchange Format) file is a text-based data file containing spatial geographic information used to create vector-oriented maps. This type of file is produced by the MapInfo Professional program, and it contains one to many linked files that include column headers, attributes, and coordinate pairs for every set of geographic objects. These objects are expressed in a vector data model, using latitude/longitude coordinates on the surface of a globe.
Features
The MIF file extension allows the MapInfo user to save information such as coordinate pairs, attributes/column headers related to the various map objects. It can also store drawing layers, font details, label definitions, and other related info. In terms of spatial reference systems (SRS), the MIF files support Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) grids along with geographic coordinate systems (GCS). Additionally, it supports support various other SRS like State PlaneCodes, S-JTSK Coordinate System and so on. It comes with its own query language ( MapBasic QL) which combines SQL-like functions along with low-level commands.
Similar File Extensions
Other map data interchange format files include .MAP, .IMP, and .TAB.
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .MIF) 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 .MIF 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 .MIF 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 .MIF 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 .MIF extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .MIF file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .MIF 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 .MIF file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .MIF file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .MIF 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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