All about PFI Files

The PFI file type is primarily associated with PhotoFiltre Studio.

PFI	File extension: PFI
	File type:	image backup file

What is a PFI file?

PFI files mostly belong to PhotoFiltre Studio by Photofiltre-studio. PFI file is a raster image file format which is created by PhotoFiltre Studio. PhotoFiltre Studio is a photo editing application running on a Windows OS. PFI file stores graphics files created by users and it also supports multiple editing layers in same photo.

How to open a PFI file

You need a suitable software like PhotoFiltre Studio to open a PFI file. You need a suitable software like PhotoFiltre Studio from Photofiltre-studio to open a PFI file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your PFI file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a PFI file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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What to Do When a .PFI File Fails to Open

PFI files can come from different programs and aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source: A graphic designer might send a PhotoFiltre Studio image backup file, while an IT admin may send a Paragon Backup index.
Check the Header: Inspect the first bytes in a text editor or hex viewer:
- "PK" implies a ZIP-based archive.
- Plain text suggests a configuration file.
- Binary data points to a proprietary image or backup format.
Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required. Try Photofiltre-studio's PhotoFiltre Studio or Paragon Backup, or ask the sender if unsure.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop the file into our viewer to detect the format, extract readable text or metadata, and preview it when possible.

Technical Data for PFI File Extension

File classification:

Backup

Related files:

pvhd, p01, pfl, pif, xbk, sv2i, wpb

Mime type:

application/octet-stream

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: PhotoFiltre.Pfi
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PhotoFiltre Studio\pf-studio.exe %1

ProgramID: PhotoFiltre.Pfi
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\_Graphix\Suites\PhotoFiltre\PhotoFiltre.exe

a pfi image backup file is a special file format by Photofiltre-studio and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with PFI files

Associate the PFI file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open image backup files. Because only the current version supports the latest PFI file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Photofiltre-studio manufacturer website after an available PhotoFiltre Studio update.
To make sure that your PFI file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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