Opening a PSPBRUSH File

The PSPBRUSH file type is primarily associated with Paint Shop Pro.

PSPBRUSHFile Extension PSPBRUSH
File extension: PSPBRUSH
File type:  Ver. 8+ Brush

What is a PSPBRUSH file

PSPBRUSH files mostly belong to Paint Shop Pro by Corel Corporation. Jasc was acquired by Corel Corporation on 14 October 2004.

How to open PSPBRUSH files

You need a suitable software like Paint Shop Pro to open a PSPBRUSH file. You need a suitable software like Paint Shop Pro from Corel Corporation to open a PSPBRUSH 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 PSPBRUSH file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a PSPBRUSH file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

Online PSPBRUSH File Viewer

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How to extract texts from PSPBRUSH files or capture a screenshot to PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...

If you want to extract texts from PSPBRUSH file or capture a screenshot, you can use our free Online PSPBRUSH File Viewer:
  1. Just click the "Choose your .pspbrush file to view this image" button on this page.
  2. Your PSPBRUSH file will then be displayed in the browser.
  3. Now click on "Save as..." at the top of the page.
  4. Then choose the file format (e.g. JPG, PDF, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
  5. Download the converted file.

.PSPBRUSH File Won't Open? Here is What You Can Do

While often associated with specific graphics software, .PSPBRUSH files can originate from different programs and aren't universally openable.

  1. Identify the Source: If received from a digital artist or design resource site, it is likely a custom brush preset.
  2. Check the Header: Open the file in a hex viewer or text editor to inspect its first few bytes:
    • "JASC" or "Paint Shop Pro" indicates a standard Corel brush file.
    • "PK" suggests a zipped archive format.
  3. Use the Original Software: Opening these files usually requires the original program, such as Corel Corporation's Paint Shop Pro (Ver. 8+ Brush); if unsure, ask the sender.
  4. Use this Webpage: Drag and drop the file onto this page to detect its format, extract readable metadata, and preview.

Technical Data for PSPBRUSH File Extension

Program ID:
PaintShopPro8.Brush
Related files:

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: XnView.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\XnView\xnview.exe %1

ProgramID: SnapfireI.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\Corel Snapfire Plus\Corel Snapfire.exe


a pspbrush Ver. 8+ Brush is a special file format by Corel Corporation and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with PSPBRUSH files

  • Associate the PSPBRUSH file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open ver. 8+ brushes. Because only the current version supports the latest PSPBRUSH file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Corel Corporation manufacturer website after an available Paint Shop Pro update.
  • To make sure that your PSPBRUSH file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
  • Click here to open your .PSPBRUSH file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.
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