PUBF File Extension

What is PUBF file?

PUBF is a file extension commonly associated with Adobe PageMaker 2 files. PUBF files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS. PUBF file belongs to the Document Files category just like 574 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports PUBF files is Adobe PageMaker. Adobe PageMaker software was developed by Adobe Systems Incorporated, and on its official website you may find more information about PUBF files or the Adobe PageMaker software program.

Programs which support PUBF file extension

The following listing features PUBF-compatible programs. Files with PUBF suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with PUBF extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PUBF files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Adobe PageMaker 2 files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with PUBF files.

Step 1. Download and install Adobe PageMaker

Problems with opening and working with PUBF files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PUBF files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Adobe PageMaker and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support PUBF files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Adobe PageMaker installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Adobe Systems Incorporated website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Adobe PageMaker

If the problems with opening PUBF files still occur even after installing Adobe PageMaker, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Adobe PageMaker is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Adobe PageMaker installed, it may not support PUBF format. The most recent version of Adobe PageMaker is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Adobe PageMaker to PUBF files

If you have the latest version of Adobe PageMaker installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage PUBF on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the PUBF with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Adobe PageMaker is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PUBF files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PUBF extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PUBF extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper PUBF file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the PUBF is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. PUBF file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the PUBF file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with PUBF extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Adobe PageMaker 2 file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Adobe PageMaker

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Adobe PageMaker 2 files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the PUBF files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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