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Basic information about AFM file

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

There are 9 file types using the AFM file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the AFM file with their brief description and a list of programs that support AFM file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the AFM file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the AFM file?
  • How to open a AFM file?
  • What programs do I need to open a AFM file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a AFM file?
  • How to convert AFM files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to AFM file format?


1.Detail information about AFM file extension: Adobe Font Metrics File

File type Adobe Font Metrics File Category Font Files
Developer Adobe Systems File format N/A
Description AFM file is a Adobe Font Metrics File developed by Adobe Systems. ASCII text-based font format developed by Adobe; stores font metric data for a Type 1 PostScript file; contains the master design of a specific font, which defines the way each character of the font looks.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFM files

Windows		 Referenced by programs that use system fonts
Adobe Creative Cloud
Adobe Creative Suite

macOS		 Referenced by programs that use system fonts


2.Detail information about AFM file extension: AFF Metadata File

File type AFF Metadata File Category Disk Image Files
Developer Basis Technology File format Binary
Description AFM file is a AFF Metadata File developed by Basis Technology.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFM files

Windows		 AFFLIB
PassMark OSForensics

Linux		 AFFLIB


3.Detail information about AFM file extension: HP NewWave Cardfile Application Data File

File type HP NewWave Cardfile Application Data File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AFM file is a HP NewWave Cardfile Application Data File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFM files


4.Detail information about AFM file extension: Lout Document Formatting System File

File type Lout Document Formatting System File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AFM file is a Lout Document Formatting System File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFM files

Linux		 Lout


5.Detail information about AFM file extension: Alphacam Flame Parameter Macro File

File type Alphacam Flame Parameter Macro File Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AFM file is a Alphacam Flame Parameter Macro File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFM files

Windows		 Alphacam


6.Detail information about AFM file extension: Abassis Data File

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

Windows		 Abassis Finance Manager


7.Detail information about AFM file extension: DESQview File

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


8.Detail information about AFM file extension: GeoVu Format File

File type GeoVu Format File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AFM file is a GeoVu Format File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFM files

Windows		 GeoVu


9.Detail information about AFM file extension: Advanced Forensics Format Metadata File

File type Advanced Forensics Format Metadata File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AFM file is a Advanced Forensics Format Metadata File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFM files

Windows		 OSForensics



Can't open a AFM 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.AFM”。

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 AFM extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the AFM 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.