PFI File Extension

What is PFI file?

A .PFI file is a raster image file that is associated with PhotoFiltre Studio software. The software is used for image editing and it supports the graphics drawn by the user in the PFI format. The PFI format supports multiple layers for editing the graphics and the PFI format can be converted into various other bitmap formats including JPG, PNG, TIF, and BMP using the XnView software.

Programs which support PFI file extension

The following listing features PFI-compatible programs. Files with PFI suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 03/31/2020

How to open file with PFI extension?

Problems with accessing PFI may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with PFI files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with PFI files.

Step 1. Get the PhotoFiltre

Problems with opening and working with PFI files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PFI files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install PhotoFiltre. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit PhotoFiltre website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update PhotoFiltre to the latest version

If the problems with opening PFI files still occur even after installing PhotoFiltre, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of PhotoFiltre is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that PhotoFiltre cannot handle files with PFI may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of PhotoFiltre is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open PFI files to PhotoFiltre

After installing PhotoFiltre (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PFI files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the PFI file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the PhotoFiltre installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PFI files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PFI file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PFI extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the PFI file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the PFI file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The PFI may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the PFI is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the PFI file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the PFI file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with PFI extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the PhotoFiltre Studio Image file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run PhotoFiltre

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support PFI files. Close all running programs and try opening the PFI file.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with PhotoFiltre Studio Image file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PFI files affecting older versions of given software.

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