LOC File Type

- The quick facts

What are LOC files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a LOC 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 LOC file?

A .LOC file is an EasyGPS Location Data file.

Files that use the .loc file extension are most commonly associated with GPS software applications. The LOC files contain GPS location information, such as waypoints, destinations, and other location data like favorite locations, places of interest, recent destinations, and other locations that a GPS system user has saved.

These files are usually saved in XML format.

The LOC file format has been being replaced increasingly by the GPX file format.

How to open LOC files

We have identified one LOC opener that is compatible with this specific type of LOC file.

Programs that open EasyGPS Location Data files

Last updated: April 4, 2022

Various apps that use files with this extension

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

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