Basic information about PF file

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

There are 8 file types using the PF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PF file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PF file?
  • How to open a PF file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PF file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PF file?
  • How to convert PF files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PF file format?


1.Detail information about PF file extension: Private File

File type Private File Category Compressed Files
Developer Smith Micro File format N/A
Description PF file is a Private File developed by Smith Micro. A PF file is a password-protected file compressed and encrypted by Stuffit Deluxe, a popular file compression and expansion utility. It is similar to a .SIT file, but requires a password to decrypt and decompress. PF files are often used for archiving confidential or personal data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PF files

Windows		 Smith Micro StuffIt Deluxe for Windows

macOS		 Smith Micro StuffIt Deluxe 16


2.Detail information about PF file extension: Windows Prefetcher File

File type Windows Prefetcher File Category Data Files
Developer Microsoft File format Binary
Description PF file is a Windows Prefetcher File developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PF files

Windows		 Microsoft Prefetcher


3.Detail information about PF file extension: Aladdin Systems Private Data

File type Aladdin Systems Private Data Category Encoded Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PF file is a Aladdin Systems Private Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PF files

Windows		 StuffIt Expander

macOS
 StuffIt Expander for Mac


4.Detail information about PF file extension: Archive File

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


5.Detail information about PF file extension: ICC Profile

File type ICC Profile Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PF file is a ICC Profile.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PF files

Windows		 Adobe Photoshop

macOS
 Adobe Photoshop for Mac


6.Detail information about PF file extension: Monitor Or Printer Profile File

File type Monitor Or Printer Profile File Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PF file is a Monitor Or Printer Profile File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PF files


7.Detail information about PF file extension: Progress Database Parameter Data

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

Windows		 Progress


8.Detail information about PF file extension: Stuffit Private Archive

File type Stuffit Private Archive Category Encoded Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PF file is a Stuffit Private Archive.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PF files

Windows		 Stuffit
StuffIt Deluxe

macOS
 StuffIt for Mac
StuffIt Deluxe for Mac



Can't open a PF 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.PF”。

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 PF extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PF 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.