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Basic information about APF file

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

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


1.Detail information about APF file extension: Adobe Profile File

File type Adobe Profile File Category Misc Files
Developer Adobe Systems File format Binary
Description APF file is a Adobe Profile File developed by Adobe Systems. Certificate file used by Adobe Acrobat as well as other Adobe programs; contains a digital certificate that is used to authorize and identify a source of information.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert APF files

Windows		 Adobe Acrobat DC

macOS		 Adobe Acrobat DC

Linux		 Adobe Acrobat DC


2.Detail information about APF file extension: Sony Ericsson Firmware Acoustics File

File type Sony Ericsson Firmware Acoustics File Category Audio Files
Developer Sony Ericsson File format Binary
Description APF file is a Sony Ericsson Firmware Acoustics File developed by Sony Ericsson.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert APF files

Windows		 Sony Ericsson PC Suite

macOS
 Sony Ericsson PC Suite


3.Detail information about APF file extension: Lotus Printer Driver Fonts

File type Lotus Printer Driver Fonts Category Font Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description APF file is a Lotus Printer Driver Fonts.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert APF files

Windows		 Lotus 1-2-3


4.Detail information about APF file extension: ATO Profile Editor File

File type ATO Profile Editor File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description APF file is a ATO Profile Editor File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert APF files

Windows		 ATO


5.Detail information about APF file extension: Fax Software File

File type Fax Software File Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description APF file is a Fax Software File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert APF files

Windows		 MightyFax
Fax2000


6.Detail information about APF file extension: ArcPad Profile

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

Windows Mobile		 ArcPad



Can't open a APF 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.APF”。

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 APF extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the APF 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.