File Extension Database

Open HPF File

HPF stands for 'High Performance Fortran'. It is a programming language that provides a standard for data parallel extensions where arrays are spread across parallel processing nodes, allowing re-ordering of loop iterations to improve performance. These HPF files are essentially text-based files that are used to store Fortran program source code. The extension .HPF usually associates with the Hewlett-Packard PCL Printer Font.

Opening and Using HPF Files

When dealing with HPF files, the user first needs to identify the exact purpose or application the file serves. If it is a Fortran source code file, software like GNU Fortran or the Intel Visual Fortran Compiler can interpret and compile the code into a running program.

Hewlett-Packard PCL Printer Font

HPF files associated with Hewlett-Packard are PCL Printer Font files. These files are typically proprietary to HP printers but can be opened with software like O&K Printer Viewer, which can be downloaded from Here. This viewer not only opens HPF files but also allows the user to inspect various aspects of the printed document.

High Performance Fortran

High Performance Fortran (HPF) is an extension of Fortran 90 with constructs that support parallel computing, developed by the High Performance Fortran Forum (HPFF), a coalition of academia, industry, and government. To open and compile these files, the user could use a program like GNU Fortran or the OpenMPI library. To write HPF code, any text editor will suffice, but IDE's like Code::Blocks is a well-regarded environment which can be downloaded from Here.

HPF File Important Information

It is important to note that if the HPF file doesn't open when double-clicked, the user may not have the appropriate software or the file may be corrupt. Also, although HPF files are typically safe to open, caution should always be exercised when downloading or acquiring these files from the internet. It is recommended that third-party software be thoroughly researched before downloading to avoid potential threats to the computer's security.

How Can I Open HPF File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open HPF file is to find a HPF file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a HPF file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open HPF file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as HPF file opener then try to search online for "HPF viewer", "application to open HPF file" or "open HPF file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open HPF file

How Can I Open HPF File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a HPF file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a HPF file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with HPF file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as HPF file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open HPF file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open HPF file then try to search for "HPF viewer", "application to open HPF file" or "read HPF file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read HPF file

How Can I Open HPF File on Android

If you downloaded a HPF file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded HPF file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "HPF".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "HPF viewer", "HPF file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open HPF File on iPhone or iPad

To open HPF File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the HPF file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "HPF". This way you can find apps which can open HPF files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "HPF viewer" or "HPF file" online in your favorite search engine.