PREF file extension - Macintosh preferences data
What is pref file? How to open pref files?
The pref file extension is associated with the Apple Mac OS X (macOS) operating system for Apple Mac computers and other applications developed for it.
The pref file contains settings of the application.
The default software associated to open pref file:
Company or developer:
Apple, Inc.
macOS is Unix-based desktop operating system, a successor of Mac OS X system for MacBook-family, iMac, Mac Mini and Mac Pro computers, developed and sold by Apple, Inc.
Company or developer:
Apple, Inc.
OS X or Mac OS X is Unix-based operating system developed by Apple Inc. for Macintosh computers. It contains basic core applications for everyday use, such as Finder basic file manager, Safari for Internet browsing, QuickTime for video, iTunes for managing audio data and iPod, iOS devices management , iMessage instant messaging, Mail, Contacts, Calendar and many more.
The latest version 10.11 of OS X is called El Capitan. It is available to purchase on Mac App Store as well as is distributed with new Mac computers and notebooks. It includes features to improve the security, performance, design and usability.
OS X operating system was replaced by new macOS in 2016!
List of recommended software applications associated to the .pref file extension
Recommended software programs are sorted by OS platform (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android etc.)
and possible program actions that can be done with the file: like open pref file, edit pref file, convert pref file, view pref file, play pref file etc. (if exist software for corresponding action in File-Extensions.org's database).
Settings file type for software that use pref file - Macintosh preferences data
Programs supporting the exension pref on the main platforms Windows, Mac, Linux or mobile. Click on the link to get more information about listed programs for settings pref file action.