KMZ File Extension

KMZ file extension is created by Google, also known as Google Earth Placemark File. KMZ has been classified as Common File Types. This file is saved during a zipped format. you will view the contents by unzipping it with a file decompression program. You can open KMZ files in Google Earth for Android program.

Google Earth Placemark File Type

Google Earth Placemark File Type

Extension	.kmz
Developer	Google
Popularity	Very Common Common Average Uncommon Rare 5.0 (1137 Votes) Thank you for voting!Already voted, thanks!
Mime Type	application/vnd.google-earth.kmz
Default Program	Google Earth for Android
Category	Common File Types
Format	Zip
Updated	12/1/2024

What is a KMZ File Type?

KMZ files are designed to reduce the space occupied by KML files to make them easier to distribute and share with multiple users. KMZ files are commonly used to share visits or placemarks with users by e-mail or when posting them to a web page.

Various programs create KMZ files, but they are mostly created by Google Earth Pro. To create a KMZ file in Google Earth Pro select File → Save → Save Place As, then choose "Kmz " from the drop-down menu.

Location data is provided for the 3D models included in the KMZ files. This is referenced to place the model on the map at a specific location to give an idea of what the building looks like in that area.

Free online KMZ Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .KMZ (Google Earth Placemark File) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to KMZ, merge, split and compare the KMZ files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

KMZ Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Google Earth Placemark File .KMZ File Extensions while opening the .KMZ files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open KMZ Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Google Earth Placemark File on your system such as Google Earth for Android.
2. Associate default Google Google Earth for Android program for *.kmz (Google Earth Placemark File) files.
   
   

   Associate KMZ Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.KMZ (e.g example.kmz) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Google Google Earth for Android program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .kmz files.
   
   

   Associate KMZ Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.KMZ (e.g example.kmz) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Google Google Earth for Android 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 .Google Earth for Android extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related KMZ File Extensions

KMZ default file extension is .KMZ and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for KMZ File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the KMZ 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.

Open KMZ File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	Adobe Acrobat DC 2019 for Windows	Commercial	Adobe
	ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop 10 for Windows	Commercial	ESRI
	Blender 2 for Windows	Open Source	Blender
	Google Earth Pro 7 for Windows	Freeware	Google
	Blue Marble Geographics Global Mapper 16 for Windows	Commercial	Blue Marble Geographics
	Mobile Atlas Creator 1 for Windows	Open Source	Mobile Atlas Creator
	Adobe Photoshop 2020 for Windows	Commercial	Adobe
	Trimble SketchUp 2020 for Windows	Freeware	Trimble

Open KMZ File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	Adobe Acrobat DC 2019 for MacOs	Commercial	Adobe
	Blender 2 for MacOs	Open Source	Blender
	Google Earth Pro 7 for MacOs	Freeware	Google
	Mobile Atlas Creator 1 for MacOs	Open Source	Mobile Atlas Creator
	Adobe Photoshop 2020 for MacOs	Commercial	Adobe
	Trimble SketchUp 2020 for MacOs	Freeware	Trimble

Open KMZ file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer
	Adobe Acrobat DC 2019 for Linux	Commercial	Adobe
	Blender 2 for Linux	Open Source	Blender
	Google Earth Pro 7 for Linux	Freeware	Google
	Mobile Atlas Creator 1 for Linux	Open Source	Mobile Atlas Creator
	Adobe Photoshop 2020 for Linux	Commercial	Adobe

Open KMZ file on Web

	Software	License	Developer
	Google Maps 000 for Web	Free	Google Maps

Open KMZ file on iOS

	Software	License	Developer

Open KMZ file on Android

	Software	License	Developer
	Google Earth for Android 8 for Android	Freeware	Google

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.

About KMZ - Google Earth Placemark File

Updated 12/1/2024

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