SOS File Type

Author:   |   Amended: November 26, 2018

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SOS File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that SOS files are associated with four unique file types (the most prevalent being the Dynamite VSP Swept Object Style File format) and can be viewed primarily with Dynamite VSP, including three other known software applications (listed below). Although SOS files are traditionally categorized as CAD Files, they can also be Data Files or GIS Files.

We have found SOS files on the Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. They are both mobile and desktop device friendly. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

Please see the detailed information below to learn more about SOS files and the programs that can open them. In addition, we provide simple troubleshooting information to help you open your SOS file.

Low
Universality
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File Rank

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Active

State

26

November

2018

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SOS Types

  4 known file types use this extension

Chief SOS Description

.SOS
Extension:.sos
Class:Dynamite VSP Swept Object Style File

SOS file extension is related to Dynamite VSP, a 3D visualization tool designed specifically for civil engineers and transport infrastructure planners.

Created by: 3AM Solutions
Kind:CAD Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.sos

Software Programs That Open The Dynamite VSP Swept Object Style File:


Dynamite VSP by 3AM Solutions

Windows

Other SOS Descriptions

.SOS
Extension:.sos
Class:DRS SOSKit Barcode Decode Instructions

SOS file extension is used by DRS SOSKit software tool for Microsoft Windows operating system.

Created by: DRS Data Services
Kind:Data Files

Software Programs That Open DRS SOSKit Barcode Decode Instructions Files:


SOSkit by DRS Data Services

Compatible with:

Windows
.SOS
Extension:.sos
Class:SOSI Spatial Data

SOS file extension is used by SOSI (Systematic Organization of Spatial Information), a Norwegian geospatial vector data format for predominantly used for exchange of geographical information.

Created by: Open Source
Kind:GIS Files

Software Programs That Open SOSI Spatial Data Files:


sosi2other by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows
.SOS
Extension:.sos
Class:EnSight Master Server File

SOS file extension is used by EnSight, a scientific visualization and post-processing utility

Created by: ANSYS, Inc.
Kind:Data Files

Software Programs That Open EnSight Master Server File Files:


EnSight by ANSYS, Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux

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SOS Demand


OS Ranking

7 (45.73%)
10 (44.56%)
8.1 (5.41%)
XP (2.79%)
8 (0.97%)


Troubleshooting Problems Opening SOS Files


Troubles Opening SOS Files

Missing Dynamite VSP

When you double-click your SOS file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". Customarily, this means that Dynamite VSP is not installed on %%os%%. You won't be able to double-click to open your SOS because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


Tip: Another SOS-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.


Dynamite VSP is Out-of-Date

In other instances, your Dynamite VSP Swept Object Style File file version may not be supported by your version of Dynamite VSP. If you've got the wrong version of Dynamite VSP installed, you'll need to install the correct version. Most of the time your Dynamite VSP Swept Object Style File file was created by a newer Dynamite VSP than what you have installed.


Tip: You can sometimes get hints about the right program version by right-clicking on the SOS file, selecting "Properties", and looking at the version information.


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening SOS files are due to having the wrong version of Dynamite VSP installed.


Other Causes of SOS File Opening Problems

Although you might already have Dynamite VSP or another SOS-associated software installed on your computer, you can still encounter problems opening Dynamite VSP Swept Object Style File files. Other SOS opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Problems unrelated to software:

  • SOS file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry SOS description
  • Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the SOS format
  • SOS file corruption
  • Your SOS has adversely impacted by malware
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your SOS file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Dynamite VSP Swept Object Style File file successfully

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