What is a .PFB file?
The .PFB file extension stands for Printer Font Binary File. It is a type of file used by Adobe to store Type 1 fonts specifically for Windows computers. These fonts are similar to .PFA files, but the .PFB files are in a binary format, which means they are encoded in a way that computers can read more directly.
To use a .PFB file, you also need a .PFM (Printer Font Metrics) file. The .PFM file contains information about the font metrics, such as character widths and other layout details. Both the .PFB and .PFM files must be placed in the system's Fonts folder. When they are stored in this folder, the fonts they represent become available for use on the computer.
You can open .PFB files with several programs: - **FontForge**: This is a free and open-source font editor where you can create and modify fonts. - **CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2023**: A professional graphics design software that can handle various types of graphic files including .PFB. - **Autodesk AutoCAD 2023**: This is a drafting software used by engineers and architects, which can also use .PFB files for fonts in drawings.
Additionally, .PFB files are used in AutoCAD not just for displaying fonts but also for creating compiled .SHX font files, which are another type of font file used in AutoCAD projects. This makes .PFB files quite important in environments where precise font rendering is necessary, such as in engineering drawings.
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