GFW Converter
Convert GFW files online for free
Drop or upload your .GFW file
How to convert your GFW file
- Click Select File above, and choose your GFW file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert GFW to another file type
The converter easily converts your GFW file to various formats—free and online. No ArcGIS or extra software needed.
- GFW to SHP
- GFW to KML
- GFW to KMZ
- GFW to GPX
- GFW to GEOJSON
- GFW to TOPOJSON
- GFW to TIF
- GFW to TIFF
- GFW to ECW
- GFW to SID
- GFW to IMG
- GFW to DEM
Convert a file to GFW
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the GFW file type—in the best quality.
- LAZ to GFW
- KMZ to GFW
- DTM to GFW
- CSV to GFW
- DEM to GFW
- PRJ to GFW
- LAS to GFW
- GPX to GFW
- DSM to GFW
- SHP to GFW
- DBF to GFW
- KML to GFW
About GFW files
GFW files are part of the world of geospatial data, specifically serving as georeferencing files associated with raster images. They are crucial in mapping applications, providing the spatial data needed to accurately place images on a map. However, working with GFW files can pose challenges, particularly when converting them into other formats.
GFW files can be converted into various formats such as JPEG, PNG, TIF, and GIF, ensuring compatibility with more common applications. Software like GDAL and ArcGIS are excellent choices for converting and manipulating these files. You can learn more about the format on Wikipedia.
Conversion challenges arise due to the precise georeferencing data that GFW files contain. Ensuring this data is correctly preserved during conversion is critical; otherwise, the spatial accuracy is compromised. Additionally, GFW files do not store image data, which can lead to confusion during the conversion process.
Despite these challenges, using a reliable tool like Convert.Guru simplifies the process. By dragging and dropping your GFW files into the Convert.Guru interface, you can seamlessly convert them into various formats without the hassle of complex software. While GFW files serve a specific purpose, their limitations in everyday use make conversion a smart choice.
Take advantage of the intuitive and free service provided by Convert.Guru to ensure a smooth and efficient conversion process, making your geospatial data more accessible and versatile.
The GFW Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best GFW converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.