.GMW File Extension

Global Mapper Workspace File

General Information

Title	GMW File Extension
Extension	.gmw
Full Form	Global Mapper Workspace File
File Type	GIS Workspace File
Developer	Blue Marble Geographics
MIME Type	application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function	Store GIS data
Additional Functions	Save workspace
Features	Contain layers, settings

File Characteristics

Quality	High precision
Supports Layers	Yes
Supports Transparency	Layer dependent
Editable	Yes

Use Cases

GIS Mapping	Yes
Data Analysis	Yes
Spatial Data	Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks	Low
Best Practices	Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release	Unknown
Latest Version	Varies with software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions

.gmx, .gms

Software Compatibility

Software	Usage Policy	OS Compatibility
Global Mapper	Paid	Windows