What is the GZIP File Extension?

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GZIP File Summary

File Extension GZIP has zero unique file types (with the primary being the GNU Zip Compressed Archive format) and is mostly associated with Gzip Compressed Archive (Unknown Developer).

File Extension GZIP files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. The GZIP File Extension carries a Popularity Rating of "High", meaning that these files are commonplace in most user's file stores.

If you are having problems opening GZIP files, or would simply like to learn more about the software programs and developers that are associated with them, please see the complete information contained below.

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File Type Popularity
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File Rank

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Types of GZIP Files


Primary GZIP File Association

.GZIP
File Format:.gzip
File Type:GNU Zip Compressed Archive

Created by: Unknown Developer
File Category:Compressed Files
Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.gzip

Software Programs That Open The GNU Zip Compressed Archive:


GNU Zip Compressed Archive by Unknown Developer

Windows

Gzip Compressed Archive by Unknown Developer

Windows

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GZIP File Popularity


Top Mobile Device Brands

Samsung (28.86%)
Apple (21.83%)
Huawei (9.25%)
Xiaomi (6.74%)
LG (3.11%)


Troubleshooting Problems Opening GZIP Files


Common Problems Opening GZIP Files

Gzip Compressed Archive is Not Installed

When you double-click your GZIP file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Gzip Compressed Archive for %%os%% installed on your computer. Because your operating system doesn't know what to do with this file, you won't be able to open it by double-clicking.


Tip: If you know of another program that can open your GZIP file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.


Wrong Version of Gzip Compressed Archive is Installed

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a GNU Zip Compressed Archive file that is unsupported by your installed application version. If you do not have the proper version Gzip Compressed Archive (or any of the other programs listed above), you may need to try downloading a different version of it, or one of the other software applications listed above. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.


Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of GZIP file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening GZIP files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.


Other Causes of GZIP File Opening Problems

Although you might already have Gzip Compressed Archive or another GZIP-associated software installed on your computer, you can still encounter problems opening GNU Zip Compressed Archive files. If you are still having problems opening GZIP files, there may be other issues that are preventing you from opening these files. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

  • Invalid GZIP file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • Accidental deletion of the description of the GZIP file in the Windows registry
  • Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the GZIP format
  • Your GZIP file is corrupted (issues with your GNU Zip Compressed Archive file itself)
  • Your GZIP is infected with malware
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your GZIP file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the GNU Zip Compressed Archive format

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