.afpub — Affinity Publisher Document
Serif (Europe) Ltd · 2019
.afpub is the native file format for Affinity Publisher, used for creating professional page layouts for print and digital media.
Key Features
- Supports complex page layouts with text, images, and vector elements.
- Includes rich typography and styling controls.
- Allows for non-destructive editing of placed images and vector art.
- Can export to various professional print and web formats.
Best For
- Professional desktop publishing tasks
- Complex multi-page documents
- Collaborative design workflows within Affinity Suite
- High-quality print output preparation
Less Ideal For
- Simple text documents
- Web-native content editing
- Sharing editable files with users of other DTP software (without export)
- Image editing as a primary function
Common Use Cases
- Designing magazines and newspapers
- Creating brochures and flyers
- Layouts for books and eBooks
- Interactive PDF forms and presentations
- Business cards and stationery
How to Open It
- Open .afpub files directly in Affinity Publisher on Windows or macOS.
- Ensure you have a compatible version of Affinity Publisher installed.
- For viewing on other platforms, consider exporting to PDF or image formats.
What is a .afpub file?
An .afpub file is a document created with Affinity Publisher, a professional desktop publishing application. These files contain complex page layouts, including text, images, vector graphics, and styling information. They are designed for creating a wide range of print and digital materials like brochures, magazines, books, and interactive PDFs. Affinity Publisher offers advanced tools for typography, image editing, and vector drawing, making .afpub files a powerful format for designers and publishers.
Programs That Open .afpub Files
| Platform | Program | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | Affinity Publisher | Paid | Official |
| macOS | Affinity Publisher | Paid | Official |
How to Convert .afpub Files
| Format | Method |
|---|---|
| Affinity Publisher (Export), Affinity Publisher (Save As) | |
| .PNG | Affinity Publisher (Export) |
| .JPG | Affinity Publisher (Export) |
Common Problems with .afpub Files
Frequently Asked Questions
Currently, Affinity Publisher is available on macOS and Windows. While there are Affinity apps for iPad (Affinity Publisher for iPad), native support for Android tablets is not yet available, and .afpub files are primarily desktop-based.
.afpub files are excellent for preparing documents for print, but final print files are typically delivered as PDFs with specific print settings applied.
Technical Details
Affinity Publisher documents are proprietary binary files. They store a rich set of layout data, including object positions, formatting, layers, styles, and embedded or linked assets. The internal structure is optimized for performance and complex document rendering within the Affinity suite.