.GPI File Extension

GPI files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Garmin Point of Interest File

The gpi file extension is used by GPS applications produced by Garmin. These files contain data about points of interest - locations someone may find useful. The POI folder can contain multiple gpi fi...

General Information

Title GPI File Extension
Extension .gpi
Full Form Garmin Point of Interest File
File Type GPS Data File
Developer Garmin
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store POIs
Additional Functions Navigation aid
Features Geolocation data, Customizable

File Characteristics

Quality High precision
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable With tools

Use Cases

Navigation Devices Yes
Travel Planning Yes
Fleet Management Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Data manipulation
Best Practices Verify sources, Encrypt file

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Unknown
Latest Version Depends on software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .gpx, .loc, .mps

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Garmin POI Loader Free Windows, Mac
Garmin BaseCamp Free Windows, Mac
GPSBabel Free Windows, Mac, Linux

Type 2: Gerber Photoplotter Information File

Files with the .gpi extension are Gerber photoplotter information files. Photoplotters use these files to make photolithography masks for printed circuit boards (PCBs). The Gerber format allows users ...

General Information

Title GPI File Extension
Extension .gpi
Full Form Gerber Photoplotter Information File
File Type CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) File
Developer Gerber Systems
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store photoplotter data
Additional Functions Guide PCB production
Features Standard format, Precise

File Characteristics

Quality High precision
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency No
Editable With software

Use Cases

PCB Design Yes
PCB Manufacturing Yes
Inspection Machines Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks None inherent
Best Practices Validate data, Secure storage

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1980s
Latest Version Depends on software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .gerber, .gbr, .drl

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Altium Designer Subscription Windows
Autodesk EAGLE Subscription Windows, Mac
KiCad Free Windows, Mac, Linux