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Basic information about UPF file

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

There are 3 file types using the UPF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the UPF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support UPF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the UPF file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the UPF file?
  • How to open a UPF file?
  • What programs do I need to open a UPF file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a UPF file?
  • How to convert UPF files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to UPF file format?


1.Detail information about UPF file extension: Unified Power Format File

File type Unified Power Format File Category CAD Files
Developer IEEE File format N/A
Description UPF file is a Unified Power Format File developed by IEEE. CAD file created in the Unified Power Format (UPF), a format used for annotating an electrical power design; can save information for power sources, power controls, and protection mechanisms; enables a power design to be documented.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert UPF files

Windows		 Accellera load_upf


2.Detail information about UPF file extension: MicroStation User Preferences File

File type MicroStation User Preferences File Category Settings Files
Developer Bentley Systems File format Binary
Description UPF file is a MicroStation User Preferences File developed by Bentley Systems.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert UPF files

Windows		 Bentley Systems MicroStation


3.Detail information about UPF file extension: Panono Unstitched Panorama Format

File type Panono Unstitched Panorama Format Category Raster Image Files
Developer Von Panono File format N/A
Description UPF file is a Panono Unstitched Panorama Format developed by Von Panono.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert UPF files

Windows		 Panono UPF Converter

macOS
 Panono UPF Converter

Linux		 Panono UPF Converter

Android		 Panono

iOS		 Panono

Web		 Panono Cloud



How to convert UPF files to another file format?

There are 3 records in our database eligible for UPF files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve UPF to another files conversion, you may use the option.

UPF to ARC UPF to CDB UPF to MMS


Can't open a UPF 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.UPF”。

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 UPF extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the UPF 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.