CEF file format description
Many people often share .cef files without providing instructions on how to use them. This can make it difficult for users to determine which program is compatible for editing, converting, or printing .cef files. To address this issue, we have created this page to offer assistance and guidance on handling .cef files. We provide information on compatible software, editing instructions and conversion options to help users effectively interact with .cef files.
Our aim is to simplify the process and promote seamless use of the .cef file format.
6 filename extension(s) found in our database.
.cef - CenturionMail Encrypted Email
The CEF data files are related to CenturionMail. The CEF file is a CenturionMail Encrypted Email. CenturionMail is a Windows based utility to send encrypted information by email. The CenturionMail seems to be no longer supported.
| Application: | CenturionMail |
|---|---|
| Category: | Data files |
| Mime-type: | application/octet-stream |
| Magic: | - / - |
| Aliases: | - |
CenturionMail Encrypted Email related extensions:
- hsz Handyscript Skin
- g01 MicroSim PCBoard Photoplot Artwork Data
- gid FRAMES Global Input Data File
- thnl Graphics Workshop Professional Thumbnail
- glp NaviEdit Geoconsult Long Profile
- vla Digistar II VLA Geometry File
.cef - QPEACE Cluster Exchange Format Data
The CEF data files are related to QPEACE. The CEF file is a QPEACE Cluster Exchange Format Data. QPEACE is a software suite for manipulating and displaying Cluster PEACE (electron) data. Cluster Exchange format is a flat comma-delimited data file with an attached header.
| Application: | QPEACE |
|---|---|
| Category: | Data files |
| Mime-type: | application/octet-stream |
| Magic: | - / - |
| Aliases: | - |
QPEACE Cluster Exchange Format Data related extensions:
- ceh QPEACE Cluster Exchange Format Header
.cef - SanDisk CruzerLock Encrypted Data
The CEF data files are related to SanDisk CruzerLock. The CEF file is a SanDisk CruzerLock Encrypted Data. Sandisk CruzerLock is a security application designed to protect your personal data files.
| Application: | SanDisk CruzerLock |
|---|---|
| Category: | Data files |
| Mime-type: | application/octet-stream |
| Magic: | - / - |
| Aliases: | - |
SanDisk CruzerLock Encrypted Data related extensions:
- dnp Neat Image Device Noise Profile
- sgcvn Case CATalyst CaseViewNet Document
- mhm Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center Macro
- eyml Visual Studio Code EYML Data
- daf Download Accelerator Plus DAF Data
- er E-Cell 2 Rule Data
.cef - Spaix PumpSelector Catalog Exchange Format Data
The CEF data files are related to Spaix. The CEF file is a Spaix PumpSelector Catalog Exchange Format Data. Spaix is a program for the selection and configuration of centrifugal pumps.
| Application: | Spaix |
|---|---|
| Category: | Data files |
| Mime-type: | application/octet-stream |
| Magic: | - / - |
| Aliases: | - |
Spaix PumpSelector Catalog Exchange Format Data related extensions:
- dgz Dega GZipped Saved State Data
- str Avantes Avasoft v8 Single Data
- acat Advanced CATaloguer Pro Database
- e78 IBM 3270 Terminal Emulator Screen Layout Data
- pspworkspace Corel Paint Shop Pro Workspace
- usm Epson PIF Tool Multiple Size Frame
.cef - Adobe Illustrator Compact Embedded Font
The CEF font files are related to Adobe Illustrator. The CEF file is an Adobe Illustrator Compact Embedded Font. Adobe Illustrator is a vector graphics editor developed and marketed by Adobe Systems.
| Application: | Adobe Illustrator |
|---|---|
| Category: | Font files |
| Mime-type: | application/octet-stream |
| Magic: | - / - |
| Aliases: | - |
Adobe Illustrator Compact Embedded Font related extensions:
.cxf - SciFinder Chemical eXchange Format Data
The CXF data files are related to SciFinder. The CXF file is a SciFinder Chemical eXchange Format Data. SciFinder is a research discovery tool that allows you to explore the CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) databases.
| Application: | SciFinder |
|---|---|
| Category: | Data files |
| Mime-type: | application/octet-stream |
| Magic: | - / - |
| Aliases: | cef |
SciFinder Chemical eXchange Format Data related extensions:
- cxf SciFinder Chemical eXchange Format Data
Be careful.
It is important to understand that the .cef file extension is not limited to a particular set of applications. Other programs besides the intended ones can also use the .cef extension to create files. This includes potentially harmful programs or malware that may generate .cef files for various purposes. Be especially cautious with .cef files coming from untrusted or unknown sources.
Can't open a .cef file?
When you double-click a file to open it, Windows examines the filename extension. If Windows recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When Windows does not recognize an extension, you receive the following message:
Select an app to open this .cef file
To set the .cef file association in Windows 11, you can follow these steps
- Open the Settings app by clicking on the Start menu and selecting the gear icon.
- In the Settings app, click on System and then select Apps from the left-hand side menu.
- Scroll down and click on the Default apps option.
- Under the Default apps section, you will find various categories such as Email, Web browser, and Music player.
- Locate the category that matches the file type you want to associate, such as Photos for image files or Video player for video files.
- Click on the current default app listed under the category. A list of available apps will appear.
- Choose the app you want to set as the default for that file type. If the desired app is not listed, click on More apps to see additional options or click on Look for an app in the Microsoft Store to search for apps in the Store.
- After selecting the app, it will become the default choice for opening files of that type.
It's worth mentioning that you don't always need to set .cef file association. Many applications can open .cef files without requiring any specific file association to be set.
The .cef file extension is often given incorrectly
Based on searches conducted on our site in the past year, we have compiled a list of the most common misspellings. These frequent misspellings can cause confusion and hinder search accuracy. Our goal in providing this list is to help users find the right information more easily and enhance their overall search experience on our website.
These misspellings were the most common in the past year:
cdf, ce, ceb, cec, ced, cee, ceg, cer, cet, cev, cf, cfe, cff, crf, csf
Is it possible that the filename extension is misspelled?
There is a possibility that the .cef filename extension is misspelled. To assist users in identifying potential errors, we provide a list of similar file extensions in our database.
Filename extensions similar to .cef:
- cdf ECMG Content Definition File
- cer MSI Cerius 2 Format Data
- crf Thief Game Data
- def Binary Editor Definition Data
- sef Encryptafile Signature
- cee CN3 Compressed Extended Ephemeris Data
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