PCF File Extension

The PCF file extension was created by Valve and is also known as the Valve Particle System File. PCF is classified as a Game Files and This file is saved in a binary format, which requires a specific program to read its contents. You can open PCF files in Microsoft Notepad program.

Valve Particle System File Type

Valve Particle System File Type
Extension .pcf
Developer Valve
Popularity 5.0 (1 Votes)
Mime Type application/x-font-pcf
Default Program Microsoft Notepad
Category Game Files
Format Binary
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a PCF File Type?

The Valve Source development suite includes a Particle Editor, which can be used to view and edit PCF files.

Free Online PCF Tools & Apps

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PCF Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Valve Particle System File .PCF=10531 File Extensions while opening the .PCF=10531 files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open PCF Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Valve Particle System File on your system such as Microsoft Notepad.
  2. Associate default Microsoft Microsoft Notepad program for *.pcf (Valve Particle System File) files.

    Associate PCF Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.PCF (e.g example.pcf) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Microsoft Microsoft Notepad program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .pcf files.

    Associate PCF Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.PCF (e.g example.pcf) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Microsoft Microsoft Notepad program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Microsoft Notepad extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

All Platform Software Programs for PCF File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the PCF files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open PCF File on Windows

Software License Developer
Valve Steam image. Valve Steam 1 for Windows Freeware Valve

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PCF File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
Valve Steam image. Valve Steam 1 for MacOs Freeware Valve

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen PCF file on Linux

Software License Developer
Valve Steam image. Valve Steam 1 for Linux Freeware Valve

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

PCF file extension icon image.About PCF - Valve Particle System File

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Updated 6/1/2025