Opening a KHTMP File

The KHTMP file type is primarily associated with Google Earth.

KHTMP	File extension: KHTMP
	File type:	Temporary Object Location

What is a KHTMP file?

KHTMP files mostly belong to Google Earth by Google. Google Earth delivers a 3D digital model of the entire Earth via the Internet. Google Earth's EarthStream technology combines advanced 3D graphics and network streaming to produce a high-performance system that runs on standard PC's and commodity servers. Google announced purchase of Keyhole on 27 Oct 2004. This is an adaptation of the Keyhole software. This file contains the location of a particular object (e.g., restaurant or other physical object) in XML format.

How to open a KHTMP file

You need a suitable software like Google Earth to open a KHTMP file. You need a suitable software like Google Earth from Google to open a KHTMP file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your KHTMP file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a KHTMP file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Trouble Opening a .KHTMP File? These Steps Will Help

Because .KHTMP files can originate from different programs, they aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source: Receiving this from a GIS professional or during a mapping workflow suggests it is a Google Earth Temporary Object Location file.
Check the Header: Open the file in a text editor or hex viewer to inspect the opening lines.
- <?xml indicates readable XML, common for Google Earth data.
- PK suggests a zipped archive format.
Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required; try Google Earth, Google Earth Pro, or QGIS, and ask the sender if uncertain.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop the file into our viewer to detect the format, extract readable text or metadata, and preview it when possible.

Technical Data for KHTMP File Extension

File classification:

XML

Related files:

kmz, eta, kvw

a khtmp Temporary Object Location is a special file format by Google and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with KHTMP files

Associate the KHTMP file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open temporary object locations. Because only the current version supports the latest KHTMP file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Google manufacturer website after an available Google Earth update.
To make sure that your KHTMP file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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