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Garmin poi loader faq
Garmin poi loader faq




garmin poi loader faq
  1. #Garmin poi loader faq update#
  2. #Garmin poi loader faq software#

I create that folder structure so that it can be easily navigated on the GPS unit via the POIs section & also so when you want to update any particular POI you know which section it exists in within this website & simply overwrite the POI files you already have & run POILoader again. The program will combine all the POIs into one file & if you have your GPS connected & you tell it to, it will upload that file. Now that you've got those files in the subfolders, run POILoader & select the main "Custom POIs" folder we made. Go to FIT files for exporting to Garmin Connect. GPI custom POI files from the Garmin POI Loader. GPX geocache files ( Downloading Geocaches Using a Computer). "Garmin GPX (proximity alert, phone dial, etc." setting the proximity distance to whatever you want). The handheld device supports these file types: Files from Garmin Explore. "Garmin WAV (Audio alert for Nuvi 2xx models)" (you might have to use the MP3 file instead of the WAV) I try where possible (but be aware these may be different for you) to download the Then download the POI's you want to use into the relevant folds we just created. Members from this site have the ability to add, change and download these POIs easily. With the help of POI Loader, you can update your compatible Garmin GPS with the latest POIs, including restaurants, safety camera locations, and tourist destinations.

#Garmin poi loader faq software#

GPX geocache files ( Downloading Geocaches). Welcome to With this site we offer a place to share all kinds of Navigational Points of Interest for the whole of Europe and the USA. POI Loader is a free software for your computer that lets you upload customized Points of Interest (POIs) to your compatible device. When you use the POI Loader, it loads everything into a single file called POI.GPI The handheld device supports these file types: Files from BaseCamp or HomePort. C:\Garmin\POI or in sub directories under POI. See here:Īll your downloaded files MUST be in the same directory, The Garmin POILoader can also upload GPX waypoint files as POIs, but data creation, manipulation and display options are limited with that format. I find it's then best to create subfolders for the POI sections on this site (only those you know you'll download are fine), eg "Road Safety", "Tourist locations", etc. Next create a folder on your computer, I label mine "Custom POIs" just where you keep your other GPS files, manuals, etc will be fine. I've got a Garmin Nuvi 255W, but I shouldn't think the procedure would be very different on any Garmin model.įirst you'll need to download POILoader.






Garmin poi loader faq