BAG file extension. How to open and convert files with BAG file suffix

Files with bag extension can be found as specific Bathymetric Attributed Grid data files for exchange of bathymetric data.

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the BAG file extension!

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BAG file extension - Bathymetric attributed grid format

What is bag file? How to open bag files?

File type specification:

Bitmap image file type

GIS, GPS navigation and map file type

File extension bag is used for a special Bathymetric Attributed Grid file format designed to store and exchange bathymetric data.

The format is supported by The Open Navigation Surface Working Group whose mission is to ensure its continued development.

BAG format includes a gridded, multi-dimensional array of data, as well as metadata describing the contents and context of the data.

The data in a .bag file can include information such as depth, uncertainty, trackline, and other attributes. This file format is commonly used in hydrographic surveys, oceanography, and other fields related to the study of underwater depth.

Updated: February 21, 2024

Help how to open:

The format can be accessed using GDAL, currently in read-only mode.

How to convert:

There is no specific information in the database, about how to convert this file extension.
For general information try to look at:
Basic info how to convert bitmap files

List of recommended software applications associated to the .bag file extension

Recommended software programs are sorted by OS platform (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android etc.)
and possible program actions that can be done with the file: like open bag file, edit bag file, convert bag file, view bag file, play bag file etc. (if exist software for corresponding action in File-Extensions.org's database).

Software that import bag file - Bathymetric attributed grid format

Programs supporting the exension bag on the main platforms Windows, Mac, Linux or mobile. Click on the link to get more information about listed programs for import bag file action.

Microsoft Windows:

ArcGIS

Multiplatform:

GDAL

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