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Basic information about AFS file

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

There are 7 file types using the AFS file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the AFS file with their brief description and a list of programs that support AFS file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the AFS file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the AFS file?
  • How to open a AFS file?
  • What programs do I need to open a AFS file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a AFS file?
  • How to convert AFS files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to AFS file format?


1.Detail information about AFS file extension: FreeBSD File

File type FreeBSD File Category System Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AFS file is a FreeBSD File. File extension afs is used by Adobe Type Manager, a system software component that automatically generates high-quality screen font bitmaps from the PostScript outlines in Type 1 or OpenType format.

An .afs file contains saved font set.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFS files

Linux		 FreeBSD


2.Detail information about AFS file extension: STAAD.foundation Project File

File type STAAD.foundation Project File Category CAD Files
Developer Bentley Systems File format Binary
Description AFS file is a STAAD.foundation Project File developed by Bentley Systems.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFS files

Windows		 Bentley Systems STAAD Foundation Advanced


3.Detail information about AFS file extension: Adobe Type Manager Font Set

File type Adobe Type Manager Font Set Category Font Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AFS file is a Adobe Type Manager Font Set.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFS files

Windows		 Adobe Type Manager

macOS
 Adobe Type Manager for Mac


4.Detail information about AFS file extension: Sega Dreamcast Compressed Audio File

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


5.Detail information about AFS file extension: Aire Freshener Schedule File

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

Windows		 Aire Freshener


6.Detail information about AFS file extension: AktivFilter Specification Application File

File type AktivFilter Specification Application File Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AFS file is a AktivFilter Specification Application File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFS files

Windows		 AktivFilter


7.Detail information about AFS file extension: Alesis Fusion Audio

File type Alesis Fusion Audio Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AFS file is a Alesis Fusion Audio.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFS files



Can't open a AFS 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.AFS”。

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 AFS extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the AFS 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.