UPF files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: MicroStation User Preferences File
General Information
| Title | UPF File Extension |
| Extension | .upf |
| Full Form | MicroStation User Preferences File |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | Bentley Systems |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store preferences |
| Additional Functions | Customize settings, Preserve user configurations |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with text editor |
Use Cases
| CAD Customization | Yes |
| User Experience | Enhance, Personalize |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Minimal |
| Best Practices | Backup regularly, Avoid sharing sensitive |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Associated with Versions | MicroStation V8, V8i, CONNECT |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dgn, .cel, .dgnlib |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 MicroStation |
Paid, Subscription | Windows |
 Bentley View |
Free | Windows |
Type 2: Panono Unstitched Panorama Format
General Information
| Title | UPF File Extension |
| Extension | .upf |
| Full Form | Unstitched Panorama Format |
| File Type | Image File |
| Developer | Professional360 GmbH |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store raw images |
| Additional Functions | Preserve data, Facilitate stitching |
| Features | High-resolution, Spherical capture |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Virtual Tours | Yes |
| 360 Photography | Yes |
| Mapping Services | Possible |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Limited |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Safe sharing |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | With Panono camera |
| Latest Version | Tied to software updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .jpg, .png, .tif |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Panono Uploader Software |
Free, With camera | Windows, Mac |
 Adobe Photoshop |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
| PTGui |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
Type 3: Unified Power Format File
The UPF file is an Unified Power Format used to specify power intent in electronic design. Unified Power Format (UPF) is the popular name of the IEEE standard for power optimization. Few software prog...
General Information
| Title | UPF File Extension |
| Extension | .upf |
| Full Form | Unified Power Format File |
| File Type | Power Specification File |
| Developer | Accellera Systems Initiative |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define power intent |
| Additional Functions | Power management, Power optimization |
| Features | ASCII text, Human-readable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on specification |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Integrated Circuits | Yes |
| System on Chips | Yes |
| Low-power Design | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Information disclosure |
| Best Practices | Version control, Access restriction |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2006 |
| Latest Version | IEEE 1801-2018 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .v, .sv, .vhd |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Cadence Design Systems |
Commercial | Windows, Linux |
| Synopsys |
Commercial | Windows, Linux, Unix |
 Siemens EDA |
Commercial | Windows, Linux |