GeoPackage
A sample OGC GeoPackage for testing modern SQLite-based geospatial data storage.
GeoPackage
gis file · 2 MB
A sample OGC GeoPackage for testing modern SQLite-based geospatial data storage.
File Details
- File Name
- GeoPackage.gpkg
- Format
- GPKG
- File Size
- 2 MB
- Category
- GIS & Maps
- MIME Type
- application/geopackage+sqlite3
- License
- Free for testing
About GPKG Files
The GPKG format is commonly used in the gis & maps category. GPKG files are supported by a wide range of applications and tools. This sample file is a valid, well-formed example with proper headers and metadata, designed for testing file upload/download functionality, validating parsers and converters, automated testing, and learning about the GPKG file format structure. All files on File Examples are free to download without registration.
Common Use Cases for .gpkg Files
- Testing file upload and download functionality in web and mobile applications
- Validating GPKG parsers, converters, and rendering engines
- Automated testing in CI/CD pipelines
- Prototyping applications that process gis & maps files
- Learning about the GPKG file format structure and metadata
How to Open GPKG Files
GPKG files can be opened with applications that support the GPKG format. Check your operating system's default app settings or try a universal file viewer. Most text-based formats can also be opened with any code editor like VS Code.
Developer Notes
application/geopackage+sqlite3File Size2 MBExtension.gpkgCategoryGIS & MapsThis file is well-formed with valid headers and metadata, making it safe for automated testing and CI/CD pipelines. You can fetch this file directly in your tests using the URL https://fileexamples.com/api/download?file=sample_geodata.gpkg&type=application/geopackage+sqlite3. Works with curl, wget, fetch(), axios, and any HTTP client. Set the Content-Type header to application/geopackage+sqlite3 when serving GPKG files in your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this sample GPKG file used for?
This sample GPKG file is designed for testing file upload forms, validating GPKG parsers, automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and prototyping applications that handle gis & maps files.
Can I use this file for upload testing?
Yes. This 2 MB GPKG file is well-formed with valid headers and metadata, making it suitable for testing file upload endpoints, size limit validation, and MIME type detection (application/geopackage+sqlite3).
Is this example file safe to download?
Yes. All sample files on File Examples are created in-house, contain no malware or tracking, and are free to download without registration. They are safe for development and testing use.
What software can open this GPKG file?
GPKG files can be opened with applications that support the GPKG format. Check your operating system's default app settings or try a universal file viewer. Most text-based formats can also be opened with any code editor like VS Code.