.E00 File Extension
What is an E00 file?
.E00 files are used for exporting and importing geographic data in ARC/INFO, a prominent GIS software system. They serve as a means to transfer spatial data between different GIS platforms and versions.
More Information.
Introduced in the late 1980s, the .E00 format was designed to facilitate the exchange of complex GIS datasets before more standardized formats like Shapefile (SHP) became prevalent. Its purpose was to package spatial data (such as maps, attributes, and metadata) into a single compressed file for sharing or archiving.
Origin Of This File.
The .E00 file format originated with the ARC/INFO GIS software developed by Esri (Environmental Systems Research Institute). It was widely used for data exchange in GIS workflows.
File Structure Technical Specification.
.E00 files typically consist of ASCII text files that encode GIS data, including coordinates, attributes, and metadata. They often include a set of files (.e00, .e01, .e02, etc.) where the .e00 file is the main export file and the subsequent .e01, .e02 files are data segments.
How to Convert the File?
Windows
- Using ArcGIS:
- Open ArcGIS Desktop.
- Use the “Import from E00” tool under the “Conversion Tools” in ArcToolbox.
- Select the .E00 file you want to convert and choose the output format (e.g., Shapefile).
- Follow the prompts to complete the conversion.
- Using QGIS:
- Open QGIS.
- Go to
Layer > Add Layer > Add Vector Layer. - Select the .E00 file as the input source.
- QGIS should automatically detect the .E00 format and prompt you to add the layer. Once added, you can save it in another format like Shapefile by right-clicking the layer and choosing “Export > Save Features As”.
Linux
- Using QGIS:
- Open QGIS on your Linux system.
- Follow the same steps as outlined for Windows in the QGIS section above.
- Using GDAL/OGR (Command-line tool):
- Open a terminal window.
- Use the
ogr2ogrcommand to convert .E00 files to another format (e.g., Shapefile). - Adjust the output format (“ESRI Shapefile” in this example) as needed.
macOS (Mac)
- Using ArcGIS for Mac:
- Install and open ArcGIS for macOS.
- Use the same steps as outlined for Windows using ArcGIS.
- Using QGIS:
- Open QGIS on your Mac.
- Follow the same steps as outlined for Windows in the QGIS section above.
Android
- Using GIS Tools for Android (e.g., QGIS for Android):
- Install a GIS application from the Google Play Store that supports .E00 files.
- Open the app and use its import functionality to bring in the .E00 file.
- Some apps may allow you to convert the .E00 file to other formats directly within the app.
iOS (iPhone, iPad)
- Using GIS Apps for iOS (e.g., ArcGIS for iOS):
- Install a GIS application from the App Store that supports .E00 files.
- Open the app and follow its import functionality to bring in the .E00 file.
- Similar to Android, some apps may offer conversion options within the app itself.
Others
For other platforms or environments not explicitly mentioned (such as Unix-based systems, cloud-based platforms, or proprietary GIS applications), the general approach involves using GIS software that supports .E00 files. Tools like QGIS, ArcGIS, and GDAL/OGR are versatile across many platforms and can be adapted with appropriate command-line usage or graphical interfaces to handle .E00 file conversion.
Advantages And Disadvantages.
Advantages:
- Allows for the transfer of complex GIS datasets.
- Provides a standardized method for data exchange in GIS environments.
Disadvantages:
- Can be complex to work with due to the segmented file structure.
- Requires specific tools or software to convert or open.
How to Open E00?
Open In Windows
.E00 files can be opened in Windows using GIS software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, or other tools that support the .E00 format.
Open In Linux
Linux users can open .E00 files using GIS applications like QGIS, or by using command-line tools that support GIS data conversion.
Open In MAC
Mac users can open .E00 files using applications like ArcGIS, QGIS, or other GIS software compatible with macOS.
Open In Android
Opening .E00 files on Android devices requires specialized GIS apps available on the Google Play Store, such as QGIS for Android or other GIS viewers that support the .E00 format.
Open In IOS
On iOS devices, .E00 files can be opened using GIS applications available in the App Store, such as ArcGIS for iOS or other compatible GIS viewers.
Open in Others
.E00 files can also be opened in other platforms or environments where GIS software that supports the .E00 format is installed. This includes various Unix-based systems, cloud-based GIS platforms, and other proprietary GIS applications.
