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REF File - What is a .ref file and how do I open it?
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What is a REF file? File created by IDRISI Taiga, a GIS imaging application; stores geographic reference information so that .RST images can be projected according to specific unit measurements; can be used for multiple raster images.
More Information Many preinstalled REF files are located in the \GEOREF\ directory of the IDRISI Taiga installation.
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.REF File Extension
2 file types use the .ref file extension.
IDRISI Raster Image Reference File
| Developer | Clark Labs |
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3.4 | 32 Votes |
What is a REF file?
File created by IDRISI Taiga, a GIS imaging application; stores geographic reference information so that .RST images can be projected according to specific unit measurements; can be used for multiple raster images.
More Information
Many preinstalled REF files are located in the \GEOREF\ directory of the IDRISI Taiga installation.
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GDAL
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Category: GIS Files
Updated: May 19, 2011
Microsoft Train Simulator Reference File
| Developer | Microsoft |
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3.6 | 13 Votes |
File used by Microsoft Train Simulator, a program used to simulate trains and play the role of locomotive engineer or passenger; contains a reference to shape file settings, including the .S shape filename, shadow properties, class, alignment, and description.
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REF files store a list of shapes that can be imported into a simulation.
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Updated: February 2, 2010