Contributing

How do I convert a KMZ file to GPX?

by Minnie

How do I convert a KMZ file to GPX?

Converting KMZ files to GPX is an easy, 2-step process in ExpertGPS mapping software. Open any KMZ file in ExpertGPS by clicking Import Google Earth KML on the Convert menu, or Import on the File menu. Click Save on the File menu to save your data in GPX format.

How do I put coordinates into my Garmin GPS?

Importing Into the Garmin Explore Website

  1. Log in to the Garmin Explore Website. A Garmin Explore account is required to log in.
  2. Select Map.
  3. Click from the top right corner of the map.
  4. Select Import GPX, KML, KMZ, or Import Courses:

Can Garmin read KMZ?

Jpeg files must be saved without Progressive Image (typically found under advanced options). Kmz files are read from \Garmin\CustomMaps directory on both the unit’s internal memory and on the SD Card.

How do I convert KMZ to Garmin?

Transfer KMZ Files to Your Garmin

  1. Go to Butch’s Indiana Railroad Maps and download the desired kmz file. IMPORTANT – the tracks of the kmz file must run in one direction.
  2. Connect your Garmin to your PC, wait for your PC to recognize your Garmin, and open BaseCamp. The initial window will appear similar as shown below:

How do I convert KMZ to GPX free?

How to convert KMZ files to GPX online?

  1. Upload KMZ-file. Click “Choose File” button to select a kmz file on your computer. KMZ file size can be up to 100 Mb.
  2. Convert KMZ to GPX. Click “Convert” button to start conversion.
  3. Download your GPX. When the conversion process is complete, you can download the GPX file.

Does Garmin support GPX files?

With the release of the 2.9 version of the Garmin Explore app for iOS and Android, users are able to import GPX files from their smartphone which can be synced to a paired Garmin device.

Is GPX or TCX better for Garmin?

The GPX file had latitude, longitude and elevation at each point. The TCX file had latitude and longitude only. So, in this case the GPX is better. For a different event I downloaded both GPX and TCX files from RideWithGPS.

How do I upload my Komoot to my Garmin?

Setting up the connection

  1. Go to your komoot Profile > Settings > Connections > choose “Connect to Garmin”
  2. Enter your Garmin login details.
  3. Choose “Activities” if you want your Tours to be synched from Garmin to komoot and /or “Courses” if you want your planned komoot Tours to be synched to your Garmin.

What map format does Garmin use?

Garmin .img format
The Garmin . img format is what Garmin devices use to store the maps for its GPS units. The img files contain a header and many subfiles. Img’s filestore is based on FAT system.

How can I convert kmz files to Garmin custom maps?

Copy the KMZ file to the Garmin > CustomMaps folder on your GPS unit or SD card. This process works on newer map-enabled Garmins such as the Colorado, GPSMap 78, eTrex 20 or 30, or similar units. Your mileage may vary. There is a ArcGIS Tool for converting Maps into Garmin Custom Maps:

How to import.kml into Garmin training center?

In the past, you could use gpsbabel to convert .kml to .crs (with the Garmin corrections box checked), and import the .crs file into Garmin Training Center. I suppose you could try converting the .kml into .gpx and then editing the XML code in a text editor to add activity elements.

What do you need to know about GPSBabel?

What is GPSBabel? GPSBabel converts waypoints, tracks, and routes between popular GPS receivers such as Garmin or Magellan and mapping programs like Google Earth or Basecamp. Literally hundreds of GPS receivers and programs are supported.

How to convert.kmz files to.gdb files?

Now i open GPSbabel and entered the KML format on top and then found the file, which i clicked on and opened and it installed it in the window on GPSbabel. Then i hit “file name” (and name it) and save as type (.gdb) and at the bottom hit apply.