Basic information about PFD file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension PFD（*.PFD or *.pfd）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the PFD file yourself.

There are 5 file types using the PFD file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PFD file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PFD file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PFD file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PFD file?
  • How to open a PFD file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PFD file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PFD file?
  • How to convert PFD files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PFD file format?


1.Detail information about PFD file extension: PlanningForce Plan File

File type PlanningForce Plan File Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PFD file is a PlanningForce Plan File. The pfd file extension is associated with MicroGrafx Optimal. Micrografx was acquired by Corel and MicroGrafx Optimal was used for iGrafx Process.

The pfd files contain process flow diagrams. Do not confuse it with PDF documents.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PFD files

Windows		 Express Planner


2.Detail information about PFD file extension: Micrografx Optima! File

File type Micrografx Optima! File Category Vector Image Files
Developer iGrafx File format Binary
Description PFD file is a Micrografx Optima! File developed by iGrafx.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PFD files

Windows		 iGrafx Process


3.Detail information about PFD file extension: Personal Finances Database File

File type Personal Finances Database File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PFD file is a Personal Finances Database File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PFD files

Windows		 Personal Finances


4.Detail information about PFD file extension: Sony PlayStation 3 Saved Game Control Data File

File type Sony PlayStation 3 Saved Game Control Data File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PFD file is a Sony PlayStation 3 Saved Game Control Data File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PFD files


5.Detail information about PFD file extension: ProForm Database Data Entry File

File type ProForm Database Data Entry File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PFD file is a ProForm Database Data Entry File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PFD files

Windows		 ProForm



How to convert PFD files to another file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for PFD files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve PFD to another files conversion, you may use the option.

PFD to CDR


How to convert another files to PFD file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for another files to PFD file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to PFD conversion, you may use the option.

OFX to PFD EDDX to PFD


Can't open a PFD file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.PFD”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the PFD extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support PFD file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of PFD files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a PFD file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a PFD file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a PFD file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the PFD file is damaged.
  • Whether the PFD file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the PFD file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the PFD file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the PFD file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a PFD file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a PFD file.

If the PFD file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.