.SAGA File Extension

SAGA GIS Binary Grid File

General Information

Title SAGA GIS File Extension
Extension .saga
Full Form SAGA GIS Binary Grid File
File Type GIS Data File
Developer SAGA User Group Association
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store geospatial data
Additional Functions Data analysis, Visualization
Features Binary format, Georeferenced

File Characteristics

Quality High-precision
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Geospatial Analysis Yes
Environmental Modeling Yes
Academic Research Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Data validation, Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2004
Latest Version Varies

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .shp, .gpx, .kml, .geojson

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
SAGA GIS Free Windows, Linux
QGIS Free Windows, Mac, Linux