PFM file format description
Many people share PFM files but don't explain how to use them. This can make it hard to know which software can open, change, or print these files. We made this page to help you understand how to work with PFM files. Here, you'll find info on software that works with these files. This includes simple programs for opening and converting them. We also share simple steps for editing these files and changing them into different formats. Whether you need to open, edit, or change a PFM file, our website has all the tips and tools you'll need to do it easily.
2 filename extension(s) found in our database:
PFM - Postscript Type1 Printer Font Metrics
The PFM font files are related to Adobe Type Manager. The PFM file is a Printer Font Metrics. PFM files contain font metric information used by applications for laying out lines of text in a document.
| Application: | Adobe Type Manager |
|---|---|
| Category: | Font files |
| Mime-type: | application/octet-stream |
| Magic: | - / - |
| Aliases: | - |
Postscript Type1 Printer Font Metrics related extensions:
- ice Atari 8-bit Interlace Character Editor Font
- vmf Corel Ventura Publisher Font Data
- cha DTL OTMaster Character Layout
- scr LocoScript Screen Font
PFM - Paragon Backup Image Descriptor
The PFM disk image files are related to Paragon Drive Backup. The PFM file is a Paragon Backup Image Descriptor. Paragon's Drive Backup is a backup tool that will backup an image of either your entire hard drive or a partition. PFM files are supplementary files that are used by the Image Explorer utility for faster navigation within contents of an image.
| Application: | Paragon Drive Backup |
|---|---|
| Category: | Disk Image files |
| Mime-type: | application/octet-stream |
| Magic: | - / - |
| Aliases: | - |
Paragon Backup Image Descriptor related extensions:
Did someone accidentally misspell the PFM filename?
The PFM filename extension may be misspelled. We compiled a list of similar file extensions to help you find errors.
Filename extensions similar to PFM:
- pdm Visual Basic PDW Script
- pfl PhotoFiltre Plugin
- pbm Portable Bitmap Image
- prm Adobe Premiere Plugin
- pfk XTree Programmable Function Keys Settings
- pcm RAW PCM Audio Data
Windows can't open your PFM file?
When you try to open a file by double-clicking it, Windows looks at the file's name to figure out what to do. If Windows doesn't know the file type, it'll ask you to choose an app to open this PFM file.
To set the PFM 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.
- In the Default apps section, you will find various categories. They include Email, Web browser, and Music player.
- Locate the category that matches the file type you want to associate. For example, choose 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 app you want is not listed, click on More apps to see more options. Or, click on Look for an app in the Microsoft Store to search for apps.
- 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 PFM file association. Many apps can open files. They don't need a specific file association to be set.
Handle PFM files with care
Exercise caution when handling PFM files from unknown sources. Files from certain sources can threaten your computer's security. They might contain malware, viruses, or harmful software. To minimize risks, avoid downloading or opening unfamiliar PFM files. Use trusted antivirus software to scan files from unknown sources before opening.
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