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PFA File Extension

The PFA file extension was created by Adobe and is also known as the Printer Font ASCII File. PFA is classified as a Font Files and The format of this file type has not been determined yet. You can open PFA files in FontForge program.

Printer Font ASCII File Type

Printer Font ASCII File Type
Extension .pfa
Developer Adobe
Popularity 5.0 (19 Votes)
Mime Type application/x-font-type1
Default Program FontForge
Category Font Files
Format Not Available
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a PFA File Type?

Free Online PFA Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online PFA tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare PFA files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .PFA (Printer Font ASCII File) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

Select a tool below to explore features and manage your PFA files directly from your device with ease.

PFA Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Printer Font ASCII File .PFA File Extensions while opening the .PFA files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open PFA Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Printer Font ASCII File on your system such as FontForge.
  2. Associate default Fontforge FontForge program for *.pfa (Printer Font ASCII File) files.

    Associate PFA Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.PFA (e.g example.pfa) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Fontforge FontForge program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .pfa files.

    Associate PFA Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.PFA (e.g example.pfa) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Fontforge FontForge program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .FontForge extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

All Platform Software Programs for PFA File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the PFA files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open PFA File on Windows

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FontForge image. FontForge 2 for Windows Freeware FontForge

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PFA File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
FontForge image. FontForge 2 for MacOs Freeware FontForge

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PFA file on Linux

Software License Developer
FontForge image. FontForge 2 for Linux Freeware FontForge

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PFA file on Web

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iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PFA file on iOS

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Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PFA file on Android

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

PFA file extension icon image.About PFA - Printer Font ASCII File

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Updated 7/1/2025