The table below provides some useful information about the .pfw extension. It answers questions such as:
- What is the .pfw file?
- What program do I need to open a .pfw file?
- Where can I find the specifications for .pfw?
- How can I convert .pfw file to another format?
We hope you find this page helpful and a valuable resource.
Details of extension .pfw
1 extension(s) and 0 alias(es) found in database.
Problems with .pfw files?
First check your registry for hidden errors!
| Extension: | .pfw |
|---|---|
| Type: | PNG World File |
| Category: | Data |
| Mime type: | application/octet-stream |
| Description: | |
| PFW file is a PNG World File. Sometimes .png files intended for geographic usage in a GIS may be accompanied by "world" files in .pfw format. This combination uses two files, a .png file and a similarly-named .pfw "world" file to provide some georeferencing information. | |
| [Detailed description] [Sample not yet available] | |
| Open with: | Autodesk LandXplorer |
| Program name: | |
| Related links: | |
| none | |
| Aliases: | |
| none | |
| Related extensions: | |
| jfw, jpg, png, tfw | |
Recommended software for .pfw files
Cannot open .pfw files on your system?
When windows gives you an error message saying that it cannot open
.pfw files, this means either:
- You need to identify a program that can open the file or
- Your registry may be damaged.
RECOMMENDED:
In both cases it is strongly recommended that you
run a free scan for registry errors.
