PFB File

Whether you’re facing challenges in opening a PFB file or are simply curious about its contents, we’re here to provide insights into the nature of these files and offer software solutions for handling PFB files.

Understanding PFB Files

A .PFB file is specifically an Adobe PostScript Type 1 Font file. The acronym PFB stands for Printer Font Binary. These files contain Adobe Type 1 Fonts in binary form and are primarily used on Windows PCs. Unlike PFA files, which are in plain text, PFB files are encoded in a binary format and often encrypted for protection.
To effectively use a PFB font file, it’s essential to have the associated PFM (Printer Font Metrics) file stored in the same system Fonts folder as the PFB file. The PFM file provides metrics and spacing information for the font.

Opening PFB Files

To open a PFB file, you’ll need software that supports Adobe PostScript Type 1 Fonts. Here are common applications known for supporting PFB files:
ImageMagick Adobe Type Manager Deluxe for NT Adobe Type Manager Deluxe 3D Photo Browser Prefab3D