The Four Best Ways to Open PFM Files

The first way you should always try to open file extension PFM is to double-click it, but when that doesn’t work, there are a few other things you can try. There are lots of programs that can open different file extensions, and there are some simple ways you can tell which one to use.

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Pick the Right Program

Start by choosing the right program to open your PFM file. A few of the most common programs used to open PFM files are listed below. One of them should be able to open your PFM file.

  • Printer Font Metrics
  • Portable Float Map Graphics Data

Note the File Type

Other programs may be able to open your PFM file, depending on the type of file it is. You can find the file type listed in the file’s properties. On a Windows PC, right-click the file, click "Properties", then look under “Type of File.” On a Mac computer, right-click the file, click “More Info,” then look under “Kind”.

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Tip: If it’s the PFM file extension, it probably falls under the Font Files type, so any program used for Font Files should open your PFM file.

Ask the Developer

Contacting the software developer is another easy way to get help opening a PFM file. You can find the developers for the most common programs used to open PFM files in the list below.

Software Developer
Printer Font Metrics Adobe Systems Incorporated
Portable Float Map Graphics Data Microsoft Programmer

Use a Universal File Viewer

When all else fails, a universal file viewer is the best way to open a PFM file. Programs like File Magic (Download) can open many different types of files, depending on the format. Although, some files may not be compatible with these programs. If your PFM file isn’t compatible, it will only open in binary format.


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