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Convert GIF to DDS

Convert GIF images to DDS format, edit and optimize images online and free.

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Graphics Interchange Format (.gif)

GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) was created by CompuServe in 1987. It's a graphics format used to store multiple bitmap images in a single file.

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DirectDraw Surface (.dds)

DDS, which stands for DirectDraw Surface is a container file format developed by Microsoft for storing compressed and uncompressed pixel formats. It is often used for texturing video game unit models and storing digital photos and desktop backgrounds. Microsoft introduced the DDS format with DirectX 7.0 and has since introduced various improvements.

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How to convert GIF to DDS?

  1. Upload GIF File

    Select a GIF image from your computer, or drag & drop it on the page.

  2. Select GIF Tools

    Pick any GIF to DDS tools if you need to edit your GIF file, then click the Convert button.

  3. Download Your DDS

    Wait a couple of seconds for the converter to do the hard job, then download your DDS file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to change GIF format to DDS?

To change GIF format to DDS, upload your GIF file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your GIF file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted DDS file afterward.

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Convert GIF to DDS on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to GIF file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your GIF_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert GIF_INPUT_FILE --to dds

Convert GIF to DDS on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to GIF file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your GIF_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert GIF_INPUT_FILE --to dds

Convert GIF to DDS on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to GIF file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your GIF_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert GIF_INPUT_FILE --to dds

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