ATF File Extension
Axon Text Format
- File Type atf
- Developer Molecular Devices
- Popularity
- Application Adobe Photoshop
- Category Settings Files
- Format Text
What is a ATF file?
Files with the ATF extension are specifically tied to Axon Text Format, a Settings Files type, and there are 1190 files in this category.
The Axon Text Format (ATF) was developed by Molecular Devices, which created file format and programs to work with them.
ATF file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS and Linux. To settings a ATF file, you can choose from 3 programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Cloud and Adobe Creative Suite.
Programs that support ATF files
How to open a ATF file?
If you cannot open a ATF file, it is most often due to missing software. Select a program from the list according to your operating system. Then go to the official website of the program developer, download it, and install it on your device.
Thanks to their popularity, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Cloud and Adobe Creative Suite are often the go-to programs for managing ATF files. If you need the newest version of Adobe Photoshop, just access the Adobe website. From there you can download the installer compatible with all systems.
Once Adobe Photoshop is installed, the OS should configure it as the default tool for opening ATF files.
Make Adobe Photoshop the default ATF viewer
Change the default app to open files on Mac
- Right click or use Control + Left Click on the desired ATF file to access a dropdown menu of actions;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- Towards the bottom of the window, find the "Enable" menu, which is already set to the default option, "Recommended Programs";
- In this menu, select "All Programs" and search for Adobe Photoshop. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default option.
Change a default app in Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your ATF file, then select the "Open with" option and choose "Choose another app" from the menu that appears;
- Inside the popup window, scroll through the list of applications and specifically choose Adobe Photoshop as the application to associate with your ATF file;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK".
Finding answers to ATF file problems
If ATF files are giving you trouble, small modifications to your software can help. Check out the troubleshooting tips below to fix these issues.
What can lead to sudden Adobe Photoshop crashes?
Insufficient updates for Adobe products can cause Adobe Photoshop to crash. Be sure to regularly install the latest software updates.
A computer restart is often the key to solving numerous common problems. That’s why, it is recommended to restart the computer before making any changes to the software settings.
What is the recommended approach to repair a damaged ATF file?
Use a recovery program to open the damaged ATF file, and in the menu, click "Repair" to start the repair operation. Wait for the recovery process to finish as it will automatically restore the damaged settings files.
What are the ways to check if my ATF file is damaged?
Characteristics of corrupted ATF settings files can include:
- The file encounters problems during the opening process or shows error indications;
- The file causes Adobe Photoshop or other software to hang or crash during various operations;
- An unexplained increase in the size of the ATF file;
- Actions performed on the file result in the appearance of error notifications;