Basic information about CRF file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension CRF（*.CRF or *.crf）, 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 CRF file yourself.

There are 6 file types using the CRF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the CRF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support CRF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the CRF file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the CRF file?
  • How to open a CRF file?
  • What programs do I need to open a CRF file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a CRF file?
  • How to convert CRF files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to CRF file format?


1.Detail information about CRF file extension: CHARTrunner Chart Definition File

File type CHARTrunner Chart Definition File Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CRF file is a CHARTrunner Chart Definition File. The crf file extension is used for one of the file types in computer games based on Enhanced Dark Engine, such as Thief 2: The Metal Age, Thief: The Dark Project or System Shock 2.

The crf file is a game archive that contains game data such as maps, sounds, music, 3D models, textures etc.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CRF files

Windows		 CHARTrunner


2.Detail information about CRF file extension: Cal3D Binary Materials File

File type Cal3D Binary Materials File Category 3D Image Files
Developer Cal3D File format Binary
Description CRF file is a Cal3D Binary Materials File developed by Cal3D.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CRF files

Windows		 Cal3dViewer
Cal3d2ogre
Short Fuze Limited Moviestorm

macOS
 Short Fuze Limited Moviestorm

Linux		 Cal3D


3.Detail information about CRF file extension: Calcomp Raster File

File type Calcomp Raster File Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CRF file is a Calcomp Raster File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CRF files


4.Detail information about CRF file extension: Cross-reference File

File type Cross-reference File Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CRF file is a Cross-reference File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CRF files


5.Detail information about CRF file extension: Enhanced Dark Engine Game Archive

File type Enhanced Dark Engine Game Archive Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CRF file is a Enhanced Dark Engine Game Archive.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CRF files

Windows		 Dragon UnPACKer
ZipZag
System Shock 2
Thief II: The Metal Age
Thief: Deadly Shadows
Thief: The Dark Project


6.Detail information about CRF file extension: Sierra Print Artist Craft File

File type Sierra Print Artist Craft File Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CRF file is a Sierra Print Artist Craft File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CRF files



Can't open a CRF 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.CRF”。

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 CRF extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support CRF 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 CRF 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 CRF file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a CRF 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 CRF file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the CRF 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.