File Extension Database

Open GG File

GG file extension is most commonly associated with a Google Gadget, a small widget or plug-in which can be added to a user's Google Desktop. These can add functionality in the form of mini applications or provide news or updates through RSS feeds. Though uncommon, the GG file extension may also represent a Koala Paint compressed image, or a Sega GameGear ROM image.

Google Gadget GG files can be installed to a user's iGoogle page, desktop or sidebar, and may serve a variety of purposes. Small applications can add useful functionality, such as a calculator, search toolbar, currency converter or translator. Alternatively, widgets may feed the latest news headlines, weather or blog updates from a website to the user's desktop. There are also a wide range of interactive games available which also come packaged in the GG file format.

Google Gadget files are compressed archives stored in ZIP format with the GG file extension, and typically contain a gadget.gmanifest file which gives information about the gadget, a main.xml file which provides the user interface of the gadget as well as any additional scripts or resources required by the gadget. When a user downloads and runs a GG file, Google Desktop automatically unzips, installs and registers the gadget.

GG files are similar to Windows Vista's File extension GADGET or Apples File extension WDGT files in that they provide a complete package for desktop widgets. By using a standard format, it allows developers to create their own Google Gadgets and easily distribute them as a single package over the Internet. However, as GG files are compressed ZIP archives that may legitimately contain scripts, they should be scanned with an up to date anti virus application prior to opening, especially if they are from an unknown source, as they could contain malware.

You can open GG files by Google Desktop, which is available on the Windows and Mac platforms. Alternatively, you can open GG files using any archive and compression application which supports ZIP files, which will allow the contents to be viewed and modified if required.

How Can I Open GG File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open GG file is to find a GG file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a GG file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open GG file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as GG file opener then try to search online for "GG viewer", "application to open GG file" or "open GG file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open GG file

How Can I Open GG File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a GG file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a GG file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with GG file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as GG file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open GG file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open GG file then try to search for "GG viewer", "application to open GG file" or "read GG file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read GG file

How Can I Open GG File on Android

If you downloaded a GG file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded GG file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "GG".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "GG viewer", "GG file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open GG File on iPhone or iPad

To open GG File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the GG file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "GG". This way you can find apps which can open GG files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "GG viewer" or "GG file" online in your favorite search engine.