The table below provides some useful information about the .prn extension. It answers questions such as:
- What is the .prn file?
- What program do I need to open a .prn file?
- Where can I find the specifications for .prn?
- How can I convert .prn file to another format?
We hope you find this page helpful and a valuable resource.
Details of extension .prn
1 extension(s) and 0 alias(es) found in database.
Problems with .prn files?
First check your registry for hidden errors!
| Extension: | .prn |
|---|---|
| Type: | Printer Text File |
| Category: | Document |
| Mime type: | application/octet-stream |
| Description: | |
| PRN file is a Printer Text file. The PRN is the file created using the "print to file" option. The PRN file contains the same bytes of data that would have been sent to the selected printer had you not chosen to print to a file. This file can be printed on any printer of the same type for which it was originally generated. | |
| [Detailed description not yet available] [Sample not yet available] | |
| Open with: | |
| Program name: | |
| Related links: | |
| How to Print .prn or .ps Files in Windows 95 or Windows98 |
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| Aliases: | |
| none | |
| Related extensions: | |
| afp, eps, pcl, ps, shd, spl | |
Cannot open .prn files on your system?
When windows gives you an error message saying that it cannot open
.prn 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.









