System File Type – pfb

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System File Type

pfb

Words and Text
Windows Explorer icon for the pfb file type in OneDrive folders

Overview

A binary Adobe Type 1 printer-font program.

Characteristics

Contains encrypted PostScript Type 1 glyph programs and font metrics-related data, normally paired with other font resources.

Common Uses

Legacy PostScript publishing, desktop typography, and printer font installation.

Compatible Programs

  • Windows Font Viewer
  • FontForge
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign

Sources

pfb Available by Year Taken/Created

pfb — Live from Microsoft

Secure, read-only view focused directly on the pfb file-type folder.