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GAU File Extension

The GAU file extension was created by Microsoft and is also known as the Flight Simulator Gauge File. GAU is classified as a Misc Files and The format of this file type has not been determined yet. You can open GAU files in Microsoft Flight Simulator program.

Flight Simulator Gauge File Type

Flight Simulator Gauge File Type
Extension .gau
Developer Microsoft
Popularity 5.0 (16 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Microsoft Flight Simulator
Category Misc Files
Format Not Available
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a GAU File Type?

The measurement files must be stored in folder C:\ Program files\ Microsoft Games\ FS200x\ Gauges to be accessible by program. You can create custom gauges with personalized photos or illustrations and C + + programming.

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GAU Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Flight Simulator Gauge File .GAU File Extensions while opening the .GAU files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open GAU Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Flight Simulator Gauge File on your system such as Microsoft Flight Simulator.
  2. Associate default Microsoft Microsoft Flight Simulator program for *.gau (Flight Simulator Gauge File) files.

    Associate GAU Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.GAU (e.g example.gau) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Microsoft Microsoft Flight Simulator program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .gau files.

    Associate GAU Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.GAU (e.g example.gau) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Microsoft Microsoft Flight Simulator program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Microsoft Flight Simulator extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

All Platform Software Programs for GAU File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the GAU files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator image. Microsoft Flight Simulator X for Windows Commercial Microsoft

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen GAU File on Mac OS

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Microsoft Flight Simulator image. Microsoft Flight Simulator X for MacOs Commercial Microsoft

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

GAU file extension icon image.About GAU - Flight Simulator Gauge File

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Updated 7/1/2025