Because .7z is a generic compressed archive format, the exact contents can vary depending on where you downloaded it, but it most commonly contains:
: Use a tool like 7-Zip (Windows) or Keka (Mac).
: Documentation explaining how to install the scenery and any required dependencies (like library packages). How to open and view the content: GrandCanyon.7z
: High-detail elevation maps (often HD Mesh v4 or similar) that replace the default, flat terrain of the Grand Canyon with realistic ridges and cliffs.
: Orthophoto tiles that overlay the ground with actual satellite imagery. Because
: If you see this, the file is specifically for X-Plane .
If you got this file from a specific source (like a modding site or a shared drive), I can give you more exact details if you provide the or the file size . : Orthophoto tiles that overlay the ground with
The archive typically refers to a high-resolution terrain and scenery pack used for flight simulators like X-Plane or Microsoft Flight Simulator .