MPS File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Extension .mps
Full Name Pocket Streets Map File
Developer Microsoft
Category GIS files
File Format Binary
Primary Association Microsoft Streets & Trips
Open With Microsoft Streets & Trips, Microsoft MapPoint
MIME Type application/octet-stream
Used For Storing map locations and GPS data
Compatibility Designed for Windows
File Structure Contains map data, points of interest, and routes
Encryption Not encrypted
Compression Not typically compressed
Geospatial Data Included Yes
Editable Yes, with compatible software
Accessibility Desktop software
Advantage 1 Integrated with Microsoft mapping products
Advantage 2 Supports detailed mapping and navigation
Limitation 1 Compatibility limited to Windows platforms
Limitation 2 Not supported by newer operating systems or devices
Popularity Low, due to newer technologies and platforms