.RGN File Extension

Region File

Files that use the RGN extension indicate the Garmin Regional Map Format. The RGN file format allows devices running Mac OS and Windows to open maps made for Garmin GPS devices. Along with 255 other G...

General Information

Title RGN File Extension
Extension .rgn
Full Form Region File
File Type Various
Developer Varies
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Data storage
Additional Functions Firmware mapping, Geographical data representation
Features Supports encoding, Specific format

File Characteristics

Quality Varies
Supports Layers Device-dependent
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes, with software

Use Cases

GPS Devices Yes
Motorcycle ECU Yes
Software Development Possible

Security and Practices

Security Risks Firmware corruption
Best Practices Regular updates, Verified sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Varies
Latest Version Depends on software, device

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .gpi, .img, .map

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Garmin MapSource Free with device Windows
TuneECU Free Windows, Android
Region File Manager Free Windows