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Basic information about ABF file

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

There are 2 file types using the ABF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the ABF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support ABF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the ABF file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the ABF file?
  • How to open a ABF file?
  • What programs do I need to open a ABF file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a ABF file?
  • How to convert ABF files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to ABF file format?


1.Detail information about ABF file extension: Analysis Services Backup File

File type Analysis Services Backup File Category Backup Files
Developer Microsoft File format Binary
Description ABF file is a Analysis Services Backup File developed by Microsoft. Backup file created by Analysis Services, a component of Microsoft SQL Server used for online analytical processing (OLAP) and data mining; contains a backup of "cubes," which are groups of metadata that specify dimensions, or a schema, for analyzing data that may reside in local or remote database locations; allows the analytics data to be restored or replicated.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ABF files

Windows
Microsoft SQL Server 2016
Microsoft SQL Server 2012


2.Detail information about ABF file extension: Adobe Binary Screen Font File

File type Adobe Binary Screen Font File Category Font Files
Developer Adobe Systems File format N/A
Description ABF file is a Adobe Binary Screen Font File developed by Adobe Systems.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ABF files

Windows
Used by programs that access system fonts

macOS
Used by programs that access system fonts



Can't open a ABF 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.ABF”。

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 ABF extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the ABF 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.