PFR File Extension

What is PFR file?

Full format name of files that use PFR extension is Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Frame Format. Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Frame Format specification was created by Corel Coporation. PFR files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with PFR extension are categorized as Raster Image Files files. The Raster Image Files subset comprises 522 various file formats. PaintShop Pro supports PFR files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support PFR file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support PFR files. PFR files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with PFR extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PFR files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with PFR 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 PFR files.

Step 1. Download and install PaintShop Pro

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports PFR files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select PaintShop Pro or one of the recommended programs (for example, XnView) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. 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 PaintShop Pro website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of PaintShop Pro

If you already have PaintShop Pro installed on your systems and PFR files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why PFR files are not compatible with PaintShop Pro. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using PaintShop Pro.

Step 3. Set the default application to open PFR files to PaintShop Pro

After installing PaintShop Pro (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PFR files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the PFR file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where PaintShop Pro is installed, check the Always use this app to open PFR files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the PFR file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 PFR extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the PFR file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

Should it happed that the PFR is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. PFR file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the PFR file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the PFR file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 PFR 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Frame Format file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open PaintShop Pro

If the systems has insufficient resources to open PFR files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Frame Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle PFR files.

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