Convert APR to SHP

Understanding APR and SHP file formats

The APR file format is associated with ArcView, a geographic information system (GIS) software developed by Esri. APR files are project files that store information about maps, layouts, and data sources used in ArcView. They do not contain actual spatial data but rather references to the data and settings for displaying it.

The SHP file format, on the other hand, is a widely used format for storing geometric location and attribute information of geographic features. Developed by Esri, SHP files are part of the shapefile format, which includes other associated files like SHX and DBF. SHP files are essential for representing spatial data in GIS applications.

Converting APR to SHP

Converting an APR file to a SHP file involves extracting the spatial data referenced in the APR project and saving it in the SHP format. This process is not straightforward because APR files do not contain the actual data. Instead, you need to access the data sources referenced in the APR file and export them to SHP format.

Best software for APR to SHP conversion

The best software for converting APR to SHP is ArcGIS, developed by Esri. ArcGIS can open APR files and allows you to access the data sources referenced within. To convert the data to SHP format, follow these steps:

• Open the APR file in ArcGIS.
• Identify the data layers you want to convert.
• Right-click on the data layer in the table of contents.
• Select Data → Export Data.
• Choose the SHP format as the output format.
• Specify the output location and click OK.

By following these steps, you can successfully convert the spatial data referenced in an APR file to the SHP format.