Convert GML to SHP
| File Extension | GML |
| Full Name | Geography Markup Language |
Files with the .GML extension contain geographical data saved in a format based on XML structure and allow for a graphical presentation of various types of data, such as vectors, points, and areas. The files are used for saving such data in geographical information system applications and for standardized exchanges between such applications.
| File Extension | SHP |
| Full Name | ESRI ArcView Shape Format |
File with a .SHP extension contains a 3D or 2D image stored with polygons defined by apexes, sections and surfaces. It is a vector graphic file.
What is file format conversion?
File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "GML") to another (referred to as "SHP"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, GML file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format GML to format SHP becomes essential.
So, how can we perform GML to SHP file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format GML and transforming it into format SHP. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of GML to SHP converters.
Conversion from GML to SHP
GML to SHP
How to convert the GML file to SHP?
If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of GML to SHP. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the GML file:
- Please indicate on your computer the source file GML, the format of which you are going to change
- Load the GML file to the application
- Select the output format of the SHP file (the one that we want to achieve)
- Select the location to save the output file SHP on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
- Confirm conversion
- Wait for a moment
- Enjoy the converted SHP file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
from the GML format:
Other conversions
to the SHP format:
I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?
File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.