CPF File Description

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CPF File Summary

File Extension CPF has seven unique file types (with the primary being the Cognos Project File format) and is mostly associated with IBM Cognos Business Intelligence (IBM) and six other software programs. Generally, these files are considered Data Files, but they can also be Settings Files or CAD Files.

File Extension CPF files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. They are fully or partially supported by Windows, Web, and Mac. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

If you are having problems opening CPF files, or would simply like to learn more about the software programs and developers that are associated with them, please see the complete information contained below.

Low
Popularity
8020
Ranking

/ 11690

Active

State

26

November

2018

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CPF Types

  7 known file types use this extension

Chief CPF Description

.CPF
File ID:.cpf
Group:Cognos Project File

Project file created by Cognos, a metadata modeling tool developed by IBM. A CPF file contains data "metamodels" that organize Business Intelligence (BI) data from underlying databases. Also, it stores data models to be used for BI analysis.

Company: IBM
Kind:Data Files
Folder: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.cpf

Software Programs That Open The Cognos Project File:


IBM Cognos Business Intelligence by IBM

Windows
Web

Other CPF Descriptions

.CPF
File ID:.cpf
Group:Cab Provisioning Format File

A CPF File is used to configure a Windows Mobile device. It contains settings for security, applications, and connectivity. CPF file is created by Makecab tool attached with Windows operating system.

Company: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:Settings Files

Software Programs That Open Cab Provisioning Format File Files:


Microsoft Makecab by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows
.CPF
File ID:.cpf
Group:Curtis Programmer Settings

Setting file associated with Curtis Programmer, a tool used to configure Curtis motor control systems. CPF file is used by Curtis Handheld Programmer attached software.

Company: Curtis Instruments, Inc.
Kind:Settings Files

Software Programs That Open Curtis Programmer Settings Files:


Curtis Programmer by Curtis Instruments, Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows
.CPF
File ID:.cpf
Group:CaseMap Portable Format

A CaseMap portable file format is used by CaseMap, an application developed by LexisNexis as a relational database sftware. CPF file allows you to import the data into another CaseMap case.

Company: LexisNexis
Kind:Data Files

Software Programs That Open CaseMap Portable Format Files:


CaseMap by LexisNexis

Compatible with:

Windows
.CPF
File ID:.cpf
Group:Canvastic Preferences File

Setting file associated with Canvastic, a publishing tool on the market for today's K-8 students and faculty.

Company: Canvastic LLC
Kind:Settings Files

Software Programs That Open Canvastic Preferences File Files:


Canvastic by Canvastic LLC

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
.CPF
File ID:.cpf
Group:CircuitCAM Manufacturing Process Definition File

CPF file also associated with CircuitCAM, a CAM modeling tool for designing Printed Circuit Boards (PCB). It contains manufacturing process definition data.

Company: DCT Co., Ltd
Kind:CAD Files

Software Programs That Open CircuitCAM Manufacturing Process Definition File Files:


CircuitCAM by DCT Co., Ltd

Compatible with:

Windows
.CPF
File ID:.cpf
Group:O&O CleverCache Profile File

Profile file associated with O&O CleverCache, a file cache management software application for Microsoft Windows operating system.

Company: O&O Software
Kind:Settings Files

Software Programs That Open O&O CleverCache Profile File Files:


CleverCache by O&O Software

Compatible with:

Windows

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CPF Demand


Popular OS Rank

Windows 7 (48%)
Windows 10 (42%)
Windows 8.1 (5%)
Windows XP (2%)

Leading Operating Systems

Windows (97.14%)
Macintosh (2.06%)
Linux (0.73%)
Chrome (0.05%)
Other (0.01%)


CPF File Complications


Issues Opening CPF Files

IBM Cognos Business Intelligence Isn't There

Double-clicking your CPF file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open CPF File". Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because IBM Cognos Business Intelligence isn't installed on your PC. The typical path of opening your CPF with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.


Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your CPF, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").


Incorrect IBM Cognos Business Intelligence Version

Sometimes your installed version of IBM Cognos Business Intelligence won't support your Cognos Project File file. Installing the latest version of IBM Cognos Business Intelligence from IBM is recommended. This problem is predominately due to having a Cognos Project File file version that was created by a newer version of IBM Cognos Business Intelligence than what you have installed on your PC.


Tip: If you right-click on your CPF file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.


Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening CPF files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.


Additional CPF Opening Issues

You can still experience errors opening CPF files even with the latest version of IBM Cognos Business Intelligence installed on your PC. If you're still experiencing problems opening CPF files, there could be other computer problems. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

  • CPF file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Deletion of the CPF file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the CPF format
  • The CPF itself is corrupted
  • The CPF is infected with a virus
  • Device drivers for CPF-related hardware are out-of-date
  • Windows cannot load your Cognos Project File file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)

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