File Extension Library


.GP2 File Extension

  • Developer by: Altium Limited.
  • Category: 3d graphics, CAD-CAM-CAE Files

What are .GP2 files and how to open them?

Can't open .GP2 file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .GP2 file.

What is a .GP2 file extension?

.GP2 file extension is created by Altium Limited.. .GP2 has been classified as 3d graphics, CAD-CAM-CAE Files.

.GP2 is Gerber inner plane 2 (negative) data

The gp2 file extension is used for one of the gerber formats. The gp2 file contains inner plane 2 (negative) PCB data.

A Gerber File is a file format used by printed circuit board manufacturing machines to layout electrical connections such as traces, vias, and pads (the component footprints on the PCB). In addition, the file contains information for drilling, and milling the completed circuit board.


How to open:

Use Altium Designer to work with *.gp2 files.

How to convert:

Compatible tools may be able to export *.gp2 files to other formats.

How to fix problems with .GP2 files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .GP2 files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .GP2 file format
  2. You need to check the .GP2 file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)