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GID File Extension

The GID file extension was created by Microsoft and is also known as the Windows Help Global Index File. GID is classified as a Settings Files and The format of this file type has not been determined yet. You can open GID files in Microsoft Windows Help program.

Windows Help Global Index File Type

Windows Help Global Index File Type
Extension .gid
Developer Microsoft
Popularity 5.0 (16 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Microsoft Windows Help
Category Settings Files
Format Not Available
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a GID File Type?

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GID Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Windows Help Global Index File .GID File Extensions while opening the .GID files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open GID Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Windows Help Global Index File on your system such as Microsoft Windows Help.
  2. Associate default Microsoft Microsoft Windows Help program for *.gid (Windows Help Global Index File) files.

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

Related GID File Extensions

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

All Platform Software Programs for GID File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the GID 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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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.

GID file extension icon image.About GID - Windows Help Global Index File

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Updated 7/1/2025