GPI File Type

- The quick facts

What are GPI files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a GPI file or just wondering what they contain? We explain what these files are used for and show you software that we know can open or otherwise handle your files.

What is a GPI file?

Files that contain the .gpi file extension are associated with Garmin GPS devices. The GPI files that are used by these GPS devices store the location and name of a user-defined POI (also known as a point of interest).

A user's GPI files are used by the Garmin GPS device to generate navigational routes. For example, if a user wants directions to a favorite restaurant, the GPS device would reference the GPI file to provide the user with directions to the specific location.

The Bitware Fax software also uses the .gpi file suffix. These files contain fax files that have been sent or received using the Bitware Fax software program.

How to open GPI files

Important: Different programs may use files with the GPI file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your GPI file is, you may need to try a few different programs.

While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested 10 different GPI openers which you will find listed below.

Last updated: July 13, 2020

Suggest another file format using extension GPI

While we know of one file format using the .GPI file extension, there may be more. It is widespread that different programs use files with the same file extension for very different types of data. Please let us know if you are aware of a different kind of .GPI file.

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of GPI files. Remember, different programs may use GPI files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.