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SGY File Extension

SGY file extension is created by SEG Technical Standards Committee, also known as SEG-Y Data File. SGY has been classified as GIS Files. This file is saved in a binary or plain text format. If in a plain text format, you can open and render the contents of this file in a Text Editor. You can open SGY files in Geopsy program.



SEG-Y Data File Type

SEG-Y Data File Type
Extension .sgy
Developer SEG Technical Standards Committee
Popularity 5.0 (143 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Geopsy
Category GIS Files
Format Text and Binary
Updated 11/1/2024

What is a SGY File Type?

The SGY files are created by various seismic tools used to map and measure the properties of the Earth's sub-ground by sending a d'signal; energy controlled and recording reflected waves, much like sonar devices. The SGY files can be opened and viewed at l' help from different programs, such as Geopsy and kogeo.

The format SEG-Y evolved from SEG, originally published in 1975 and widely used in l' geophysical industry.

SEG files can also be saved as .SEGY files.



Free online SGY Tools & Apps

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



SGY Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the SEG-Y Data File .SGY File Extensions while opening the .SGY files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open SGY Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for SEG-Y Data File on your system such as Geopsy.
  2. Associate default Geopsy Geopsy program for *.sgy (SEG-Y Data File) files.

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

    Associate SGY Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.SGY (e.g example.sgy) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Geopsy Geopsy 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 .Geopsy extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related SGY File Extensions

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



All Platform Software Programs for SGY File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the SGY 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.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open SGY File on Windows

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Geopsy image. Geopsy 000 for Windows Free Geopsy

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

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Geopsy image. Geopsy 000 for MacOs Free Geopsy

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen SGY file on Linux

Software License Developer
Geopsy image. Geopsy 000 for Linux Free Geopsy

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen SGY file on Web

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iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen SGY file on iOS

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Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen SGY file on Android

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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.

SGY file extension icon image.About SGY - SEG-Y Data File

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Updated 11/1/2024


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