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What is a PFA file?
PFA (Printer Font ASCII) is a font format used in Adobe’s PostScript Type 1 font system. Unlike its binary counterpart PFB, PFA stores the font data in human-readable ASCII format.
PFA is mainly used in Unix and Linux environments where binary formats like PFB may not be compatible. It contains the same glyph information and works with systems that support Type 1 fonts.
How to open PFA files
PFA files can be opened in Unix-based systems and supported by applications like Ghostscript, FontForge, and other PostScript-compatible software.
To use in modern design tools, convert PFA to OTF or TTF using AnyConv or font editors.
Key facts about PFA
- Full name: Printer Font ASCII
- Extension: .pfa
- MIME type: application/x-font-type1
- Developed by: Adobe
- Initial release: 1984
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about PFA
- Do I need to install software to convert PFA files?No, you don’t need to install anything. AnyConv converts PFA files directly in your browser — no downloads required.
- Can I use PFA converter on my phone or tablet?Yes, you can convert PFA files on any device — including phones and tablets. AnyConv works perfectly on mobile.
- Is it safe to convert PFA files with AnyConv?Yes, converting PFA files with AnyConv is secure. All files are automatically deleted after conversion and never shared.
- Can I convert multiple PFA files at once?Yes, our converter supports batch processing. You can upload several PFA files and convert them all at once.