PSF files exist as 8 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Photoshop Proof Settings File
File extension PSF is associated with ArcSoft PhotoStudio. A .psf file contains images created with the program. Being unable to open PSF files can have various origins. These issues aren’t complex...
General Information
| Title | PSF File Extension |
| Extension | .psf |
| Full Form | Photoshop Proof Settings File |
| File Type | Settings File |
| Developer | Adobe Systems |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store proof settings |
| Additional Functions | Simulate colors, Print conditions |
| Features | Reusable, Customizable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Graphic Design | Yes |
| Prepress Proofing | Yes |
| Color Management | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Backup, Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Associated with | Photoshop CS4, Later versions |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .aco, .act, .asl, .asv |
| Related Files | PSD, PSB, PDD |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Photoshop |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
Type 2: Portable Sound File
Nintendo Ultra64 Sound Format is a file format by Adam Gashlin containing sound code from a Nintendo 64 game. The basic structure is a PSF sub-format. Portable Sound Format emulates music for variou...
General Information
| Title | PSF File Extension |
| Extension | .psf |
| Full Form | Portable Sound File |
| File Type | Audio File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | audio/x-psf |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store audio |
| Additional Functions | Emulate sound chips |
| Features | Compressed, Multiple formats |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High, Emulated |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes, with tools |
Use Cases
| Game Emulation | Yes |
| Music Playback | Yes |
| Retro Gaming | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Scan files, Trusted sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies by format |
| Latest Version | Depends on emulator |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .psf2, .minipsf, .spu |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Audio Overload |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| XMPlay |
Free | Windows |
| Foobar2000 |
Free | Windows |
Type 3: AutoCAD PostScript Patterns File
General Information
| Title | PSF File Extension |
| Extension | .psf |
| Full Form | PostScript Patterns File |
| File Type | Pattern Definition File |
| Developer | Autodesk |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define patterns |
| Additional Functions | Store hatch designs |
| Features | Vector-based, Scalable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| CAD Design | Yes |
| Printing | Yes |
| Architecture | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pat, .hatch, .lin |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 AutoCAD |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| Adobe Illustrator |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
Type 4: HP-UX Product Specification File
The psf file extension is used by HP-UX Software Distributor, an older HP software distribution package. These *.psf files store product specification data. Microsoft Windows software can open psf fil...
General Information
| Title | PSF File Extension |
| Extension | .psf |
| Full Form | Product Specification File |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | Hewlett-Packard |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define products |
| Additional Functions | Facilitate installations, updates |
| Features | Text-based, Readable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured data |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| System Administration | Yes |
| Software Management | Yes |
| Package Installation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Configuration tampering |
| Best Practices | File integrity checks, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Associated with HP-UX releases |
| Latest Version | Dependent on HP-UX version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .conf, .cfg, .ini |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 HP-UX Software Distributor |
Licensed | HP-UX |
| Text Editors |
Free, Commercial | Various |
Type 5: GPS Prediction Support File
A PSF file stores color settings used by Photoshop. It allows accurate previews of how images will look when printed. PSF files are stored in specific directories depending on operating system. Window...
General Information
| Title | PSF File Extension |
| Extension | .psf |
| Full Form | GPS Prediction Support File |
| File Type | Support File |
| Developer | GPS-related software developers |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store GPS satellite data |
| Additional Functions | Predict satellite positions |
| Features | Data container, Time-sensitive, Ephemeris data |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Navigation systems | Yes |
| Geolocation services | Yes |
| Research | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Minimal |
| Best Practices | Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies with software |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .eph, .sp3, .rinex |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| GPS software |
Varies | Varies |
| GNSS applications |
Varies | Varies |
Type 6: PhotoStudio File
General Information
| Title | PSF File Extension |
| Extension | .psf |
| Full Form | PhotoStudio File |
| File Type | Image File |
| Developer | ArcSoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store image |
| Additional Functions | Support layers, effects |
| Features | Raster graphics, proprietary |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-resolution |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Photo Editing | Yes |
| Graphic Design | Yes |
| Digital Art | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Depends on software version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .psd, .tif, .png |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| ArcSoft PhotoStudio |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| XnView MP |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 7: SPI Proxy Output File
General Information
| Title | PSF File Extension |
| Extension | .psf |
| Full Form | SPI Proxy Output File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Unknown |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store proxy data |
| Additional Functions | Data interchange |
| Features | Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Binary encoded |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Data Storage | Yes |
| Data Exchange | Yes |
| Proxy Configuration | Potential |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data manipulation |
| Best Practices | Access controls |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Varies |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dat, .bin |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| SPI Proxy Services |
N/A | N/A |
Type 8: PID Script File
We have free online apps that allow viewing, editing, converting, merging, splitting, and comparing PSF files without installing anything. Click the links to see details. A psf file contains script us...
General Information
| Title | PSF File Extension |
| Extension | .psf |
| Full Form | PID Script File |
| File Type | Configuration/Script File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store settings |
| Additional Functions | Automate processes |
| Features | Text-based, Readable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Process Simulation | Yes |
| Configuration | Yes |
| Scripting | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Script execution |
| Best Practices | Validation, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Varies with software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pid, .ini, .conf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Photoshop |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
| Notepad++ |
Free | Windows |
| Various PID Simulators |
Varies | Varies |